Is Duncan or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Duncan is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 30/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,425 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 23% lower. Duncan has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Duncan has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 42.7x 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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Duncan, OK
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Duncan | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,424.5 | 3,158.5 | -734.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 351.3 | 458.7 | -107.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.4 | -7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 68.5 | 55.2 | +13.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.1 | 72.6 | -55.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 265.6 | 323.1 | -57.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,073.3 | 2,699.8 | -626.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 389.8 | 344.6 | +45.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,606.3 | 1,841.9 | -235.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 77.1 | 513.4 | -436.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Duncan or Fort Worth safer?
Duncan is safer with a total crime rate of 2,425 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Duncan has a violent crime rate of 351.3 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Duncan has lower violent crime.
About Duncan, OK
Duncan, Oklahoma, a city in Stephens County, boasts a rich oil heritage and is home to Cameron University's Duncan campus. Located in south-central Oklahoma, it serves as a regional hub for the surrounding agricultural areas. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 23,345, Duncan has a total crime rate of 2,424.5 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.