Is El Monte or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, El Monte is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 29/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,475 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 22% lower. El Monte has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Fort Worth has a 55% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 9.8x 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 | El Monte | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,475.3 | 3,158.5 | -683.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 423.2 | 458.7 | -35.5 |
| Murder Rate | 5.9 | 7.4 | -1.5 |
| Rape Rate | 31.4 | 55.2 | -23.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 162.6 | 72.6 | +90.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 223.3 | 323.1 | -99.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,052.2 | 2,699.8 | -647.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 388.9 | 344.6 | +44.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,186.2 | 1,841.9 | -655.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 477.0 | 513.4 | -36.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Monte or Fort Worth safer?
El Monte is safer with a total crime rate of 2,475 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 22% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
El Monte has a violent crime rate of 423.2 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. El Monte has lower violent crime.
About El Monte, CA
El Monte, "The End of the Trail" for the Old Spanish Trail, is a diverse city in the San Gabriel Valley. It's home to a large working-class population and numerous small businesses. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 102,088, El Monte has a total crime rate of 2,475.3 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.