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Is Cleveland, OH or Houston, TX Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Houston, TX is safer than Cleveland, OH (Safety Score 3/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100,000 versus 5,987 for Cleveland, OH — 9% lower. Cleveland has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Houston has a 54% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 6.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Cleveland, OH?
Cleveland — 5-Year Trend
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Houston — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cleveland | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,987.4 | 5,441.7 | +545.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,561.1 | 1,148.3 | +412.8 |
| Murder Rate | 30.1 | 13.8 | +16.3 |
| Rape Rate | 140.9 | 73.0 | +67.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 389.2 | 274.0 | +115.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 1,000.9 | 787.4 | +213.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,426.3 | 4,293.5 | +132.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 860.3 | 644.8 | +215.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,419.5 | 2,945.7 | -526.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,146.5 | 703.0 | +443.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cleveland or Houston safer?
Houston, TX is safer with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100K vs 5,987 for Cleveland, OH — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cleveland has a violent crime rate of 1,561.1 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Houston has lower violent crime.
About Cleveland, OH
Cleveland, a city on Lake Erie, boasts a rich industrial past and is home to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Its diverse population reflects a blend of historic European immigrant communities and growing newer populations. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 362,762, Cleveland has a total crime rate of 5,987.4 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.