Is Corning or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Corning is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 28/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,542 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 20% lower. Corning has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Corning has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 93.9x 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 | Corning | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,542.1 | 3,158.5 | -616.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 160.1 | 458.7 | -298.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.4 | -7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 55.2 | -55.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 72.6 | -72.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 160.1 | 323.1 | -163.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,382.1 | 2,699.8 | -317.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 320.1 | 344.6 | -24.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,005.5 | 1,841.9 | +163.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 56.5 | 513.4 | -456.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Corning or Fort Worth safer?
Corning is safer with a total crime rate of 2,542 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Corning has a violent crime rate of 160.1 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Corning has lower violent crime.
About Corning, NY
Nestled in the Southern Tier, Corning is a small city renowned for the Corning Museum of Glass. Its population of around 10,000 residents reflects a tight-knit community with a rich industrial heritage. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 10,621, Corning has a total crime rate of 2,542.1 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.