Is Bennington or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bennington is safer than Houston (Safety Score 22/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 2,855 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 48% lower. Bennington has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bennington has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 152.9x 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 | Bennington | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,855.3 | 5,441.7 | -2,586.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 389.1 | 1,148.3 | -759.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 6.6 | 73.0 | -66.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 19.8 | 274.0 | -254.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 362.7 | 787.4 | -424.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,466.2 | 4,293.5 | -1,827.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 217.6 | 644.8 | -427.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,202.4 | 2,945.7 | -743.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 46.2 | 703.0 | -656.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bennington or Houston safer?
Bennington is safer with a total crime rate of 2,855 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 48% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bennington has a violent crime rate of 389.1 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Bennington has lower violent crime.
About Bennington, VT
Nestled in the Green Mountains, Bennington is a historic town known for the Battle of Bennington monument. It's home to a small, primarily white population of around 15,000 residents. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 15,165, Bennington has a total crime rate of 2,855.3 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.