Is Bloomingdale or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bloomingdale is safer than Houston (Safety Score 58/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 73% lower. Bloomingdale has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bloomingdale has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 104.1x 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 | Bloomingdale | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,458.7 | 5,441.7 | -3,983.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 71.8 | 1,148.3 | -1,076.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 31.4 | 73.0 | -41.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 274.0 | -274.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 40.4 | 787.4 | -747.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,386.9 | 4,293.5 | -2,906.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 246.9 | 644.8 | -397.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,122.1 | 2,945.7 | -1,823.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 18.0 | 703.0 | -685.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomingdale or Houston safer?
Bloomingdale is safer with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomingdale has a violent crime rate of 71.8 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Bloomingdale has lower violent crime.
About Bloomingdale, IL
Bloomingdale, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, grew around the DuPage River. Once home to a significant German immigrant population, it's now a diverse community with convenient access to major expressways. With a safety score of 58/100 and a population coverage of 22,280, Bloomingdale has a total crime rate of 1,458.7 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.