Is Coronado or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Coronado is safer than Houston (Safety Score 42/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,947 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 64% lower. Coronado has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Coronado has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 125.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Coronado — 5-Year Trend
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Houston — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Coronado | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,946.6 | 5,441.7 | -3,495.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 345.1 | 1,148.3 | -803.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 59.3 | 73.0 | -13.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 21.6 | 274.0 | -252.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 264.2 | 787.4 | -523.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,601.5 | 4,293.5 | -2,691.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 86.3 | 644.8 | -558.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,164.7 | 2,945.7 | -1,781.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 350.5 | 703.0 | -352.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coronado or Houston safer?
Coronado is safer with a total crime rate of 1,947 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Coronado has a violent crime rate of 345.1 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Coronado has lower violent crime.
About Coronado, CA
Coronado, a resort city on a peninsula in San Diego Bay, is home to the historic Hotel del Coronado. This affluent community, with a median household income significantly higher than the county average, is connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 18,545, Coronado has a total crime rate of 1,946.6 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.