Is El Segundo or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Houston is safer than El Segundo (Safety Score 3/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100,000 versus 5,977 for El Segundo — 9% lower. El Segundo has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where El Segundo has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 143.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
El Segundo — 5-Year Trend
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Houston — 5-Year Trend
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El Segundo, CA
Houston, TX
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | El Segundo | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,976.8 | 5,441.7 | +535.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 512.5 | 1,148.3 | -635.8 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 12.4 | 73.0 | -60.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 135.8 | 274.0 | -138.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 364.3 | 787.4 | -423.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 5,464.3 | 4,293.5 | +1,170.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 1,358.4 | 644.8 | +713.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,383.6 | 2,945.7 | +437.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 722.4 | 703.0 | +19.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Segundo or Houston safer?
Houston is safer with a total crime rate of 5,442 per 100K vs 5,977 for El Segundo — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
El Segundo has a violent crime rate of 512.5 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. El Segundo has lower violent crime.
About El Segundo, CA
El Segundo, Spanish for "The Second," was established by Standard Oil. This South Bay city is home to Los Angeles International Airport and a diverse population, including a significant aerospace industry workforce. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 16,196, El Segundo has a total crime rate of 5,976.8 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.