Is Choctaw or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Choctaw is safer than Houston (Safety Score 60/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,379 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 75% lower. Choctaw has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Choctaw has a 97% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 189.3x 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 | Choctaw | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,379.3 | 5,441.7 | -4,062.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 171.4 | 1,148.3 | -976.9 |
| Murder Rate | 16.3 | 13.8 | +2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 40.8 | 73.0 | -32.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 8.2 | 274.0 | -265.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 106.1 | 787.4 | -681.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,207.9 | 4,293.5 | -3,085.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 138.7 | 644.8 | -506.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 922.2 | 2,945.7 | -2,023.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 146.9 | 703.0 | -556.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Choctaw or Houston safer?
Choctaw is safer with a total crime rate of 1,379 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 75% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Choctaw has a violent crime rate of 171.4 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Choctaw has lower violent crime.
About Choctaw, OK
Choctaw, Oklahoma, a suburban city in Oklahoma County, was named for the Choctaw Nation, who once inhabited the area. It is part of the the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area and has a population of over 12,000. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 12,253, Choctaw has a total crime rate of 1,379.3 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.