Is Chillicothe or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Chillicothe is safer than Houston (Safety Score 4/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 4,847 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 11% lower. Chillicothe has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Chillicothe has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 106.1x 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 | Chillicothe | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,847.1 | 5,441.7 | -594.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 206.0 | 1,148.3 | -942.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 54.9 | 73.0 | -18.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 22.9 | 274.0 | -251.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.2 | 787.4 | -659.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,641.2 | 4,293.5 | +347.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 416.5 | 644.8 | -228.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 4,046.1 | 2,945.7 | +1,100.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 178.5 | 703.0 | -524.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chillicothe or Houston safer?
Chillicothe is safer with a total crime rate of 4,847 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 11% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chillicothe has a violent crime rate of 206.0 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Chillicothe has lower violent crime.
About Chillicothe, OH
Chillicothe, Ohio, the state's first capital, sits on the Scioto River in Ross County. This southern Ohio city is home to just over 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 21,848, Chillicothe has a total crime rate of 4,847.1 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.