Is Barrington or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barrington is safer than Houston (Safety Score 77/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 923 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 83% lower. Barrington has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Barrington has a 93% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 223.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Barrington | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 922.9 | 5,441.7 | -4,518.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 105.8 | 1,148.3 | -1,042.5 |
| Murder Rate | 9.6 | 13.8 | -4.2 |
| Rape Rate | 38.5 | 73.0 | -34.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 19.2 | 274.0 | -254.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 38.5 | 787.4 | -748.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 817.2 | 4,293.5 | -3,476.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 192.3 | 644.8 | -452.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 519.1 | 2,945.7 | -2,426.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 105.8 | 703.0 | -597.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barrington or Houston safer?
Barrington is safer with a total crime rate of 923 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 83% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barrington has a violent crime rate of 105.8 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Barrington has lower violent crime.
About Barrington, IL
Barrington, a northwest Chicago suburb, is known for its equestrian heritage and large, upscale homes. It occupies a unique geographic position straddling Cook, Lake, McHenry, and Kane counties. With a safety score of 77/100 and a population coverage of 10,402, Barrington has a total crime rate of 922.9 per 100,000 residents.
About Houston, TX
Houston, the "Space City," is a sprawling metropolis in Southeast Texas, home to NASA's Johnson Space Center. Its diverse population makes it one of the most multicultural cities in the U.S., with significant Hispanic and Asian communities. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 2,319,160, Houston has a total crime rate of 5,441.7 per 100,000 residents.