Is Decatur or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Decatur is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 21/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,916 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 8% lower. Decatur has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Decatur has a 39% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 17.0x 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 | Decatur | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,915.5 | 3,158.5 | -242.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 606.7 | 458.7 | +148.0 |
| Murder Rate | 8.5 | 7.4 | +1.1 |
| Rape Rate | 54.7 | 55.2 | -0.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.4 | 72.6 | -28.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 499.0 | 323.1 | +175.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,308.9 | 2,699.8 | -391.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 193.1 | 344.6 | -151.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,833.8 | 1,841.9 | -8.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 282.0 | 513.4 | -231.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decatur or Fort Worth safer?
Decatur is safer with a total crime rate of 2,916 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Decatur has a violent crime rate of 606.7 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Fort Worth has lower violent crime.
About Decatur, AL
Decatur, "The River City," sits on the Tennessee River in Morgan County. This North Alabama city, historically a railroad hub, is now home to a diverse population of over 55,000 residents. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 58,514, Decatur has a total crime rate of 2,915.5 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.