Is Barnstable or Missouri City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Missouri City is safer than Barnstable (Safety Score 67/100 vs 66/100), with a total crime rate of 1,192 per 100,000 versus 1,196 for Barnstable — 0% lower. Barnstable has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Missouri City has a 65% lower rate.
Barnstable — 5-Year Trend
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Missouri City — 5-Year Trend
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Barnstable, MA
Missouri City, TX
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Barnstable | Missouri City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,195.8 | 1,192.5 | +3.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.4 | 143.1 | +267.3 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 2.6 | -0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 64.8 | 34.8 | +30.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 25.8 | -8.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 326.0 | 78.6 | +247.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 785.4 | 1,049.4 | -263.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 131.6 | 98.0 | +33.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 581.2 | 866.3 | -285.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 72.7 | 85.1 | -12.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnstable or Missouri City safer?
Missouri City is safer with a total crime rate of 1,192 per 100K vs 1,196 for Barnstable — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barnstable has a violent crime rate of 410.4 per 100K while Missouri City has 143.1. Missouri City has lower violent crime.
About Barnstable, MA
Barnstable, the largest community on Cape Cod, is a historic town of villages including Hyannis, a major transportation hub. Its population of over 45,000 makes it the most populous municipality in Barnstable County. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 50,928, Barnstable has a total crime rate of 1,195.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Missouri City, TX
Missouri City, a suburb of Houston, was the first master-planned community in Fort Bend County. Its diverse population has grown significantly, with many residents commuting to Houston for work. With a safety score of 67/100 and a population coverage of 77,571, Missouri City has a total crime rate of 1,192.5 per 100,000 residents.