Is Bentonville or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bentonville is safer than Houston (Safety Score 71/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,083 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 80% lower. Bentonville has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bentonville has a 99% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 38.0x 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 | Bentonville | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,083.3 | 5,441.7 | -4,358.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 255.3 | 1,148.3 | -893.0 |
| Murder Rate | 4.9 | 13.8 | -8.9 |
| Rape Rate | 37.6 | 73.0 | -35.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 3.3 | 274.0 | -270.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 209.5 | 787.4 | -577.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 828.0 | 4,293.5 | -3,465.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 88.4 | 644.8 | -556.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 688.9 | 2,945.7 | -2,256.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 50.7 | 703.0 | -652.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bentonville or Houston safer?
Bentonville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,083 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 80% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bentonville has a violent crime rate of 255.3 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Bentonville has lower violent crime.
About Bentonville, AR
Bentonville, Arkansas, birthplace of Walmart, sits in the Ozark Mountains with a rapidly growing population. Its vibrant cultural scene, including Crystal Bridges Museum, attracts visitors and new residents to the Northwest Arkansas region. With a safety score of 71/100 and a population coverage of 61,109, Bentonville has a total crime rate of 1,083.3 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.