Is Clarksville or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Clarksville is safer than Houston (Safety Score 39/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 2,043 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 62% lower. Clarksville has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Clarksville has a 92% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 12.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Clarksville — 5-Year Trend
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Clarksville, TN
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Clarksville | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,042.6 | 5,441.7 | -3,399.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.6 | 1,148.3 | -737.7 |
| Murder Rate | 4.9 | 13.8 | -8.9 |
| Rape Rate | 54.5 | 73.0 | -18.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 23.2 | 274.0 | -250.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 327.5 | 787.4 | -459.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,632.1 | 4,293.5 | -2,661.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 201.2 | 644.8 | -443.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,248.5 | 2,945.7 | -1,697.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 182.4 | 703.0 | -520.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clarksville or Houston safer?
Clarksville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,043 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 62% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Clarksville has a violent crime rate of 410.6 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Clarksville has lower violent crime.
About Clarksville, TN
Clarksville, Tennessee, is a city along the Cumberland River and home to Austin Peay State University. It's the county seat of Montgomery County, with a significant military presence due to Fort Campbell nearby. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 185,349, Clarksville has a total crime rate of 2,042.6 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.