Is Broomfield or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Broomfield is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 40/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,005 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 37% lower. Broomfield has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Broomfield has a 83% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 12.7x 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 | Broomfield | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,005.3 | 3,158.5 | -1,153.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 149.4 | 458.7 | -309.2 |
| Murder Rate | 1.3 | 7.4 | -6.1 |
| Rape Rate | 31.9 | 55.2 | -23.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 20.4 | 72.6 | -52.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 94.5 | 323.1 | -228.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,855.8 | 2,699.8 | -844.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 204.4 | 344.6 | -140.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,411.4 | 1,841.9 | -430.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 240.1 | 513.4 | -273.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Broomfield or Fort Worth safer?
Broomfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,005 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Broomfield has a violent crime rate of 149.4 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Broomfield has lower violent crime.
About Broomfield, CO
Broomfield, a planned community incorporated in 2001, is notable for being Colorado's only consolidated city and county. Situated between Denver and Boulder, it boasts a median age of around 38. With a safety score of 40/100 and a population coverage of 78,294, Broomfield has a total crime rate of 2,005.3 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.