Is Boise or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Boise is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 60/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 56% lower. Boise has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Boise has a 83% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 4.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Boise — 5-Year Trend
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Fort Worth — 5-Year Trend
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Boise, ID
Fort Worth, TX
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Boise | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,403.8 | 3,158.5 | -1,754.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 293.8 | 458.7 | -164.9 |
| Murder Rate | 1.3 | 7.4 | -6.1 |
| Rape Rate | 71.0 | 55.2 | +15.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 15.7 | 72.6 | -56.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 205.8 | 323.1 | -117.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,110.0 | 2,699.8 | -1,589.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 107.1 | 344.6 | -237.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 872.8 | 1,841.9 | -969.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 130.1 | 513.4 | -383.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boise or Fort Worth safer?
Boise is safer with a total crime rate of 1,404 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 56% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Boise has a violent crime rate of 293.8 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Boise has lower violent crime.
About Boise, ID
Boise, Idaho, known for the "Treefort Music Fest," sits along the Boise River at the foot of the Rocky Mountains. As the state capital, it's the largest city in Idaho, with a population exceeding 230,000. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 235,223, Boise has a total crime rate of 1,403.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, a city where the West begins, boasts a rich cattle drive history evident in the Stockyards National Historic District. Located in North Central Texas, it's a populous city within the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 997,476, Fort Worth has a total crime rate of 3,158.5 per 100,000 residents.