Is Ellensburg or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Ellensburg is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 30/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,409 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 24% lower. Ellensburg has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Ellensburg has a 70% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 54.0x 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 | Ellensburg | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,409.1 | 3,158.5 | -749.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 227.4 | 458.7 | -231.3 |
| Murder Rate | 5.4 | 7.4 | -2.0 |
| Rape Rate | 92.0 | 55.2 | +36.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 21.7 | 72.6 | -50.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 108.3 | 323.1 | -214.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,181.7 | 2,699.8 | -518.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 243.6 | 344.6 | -101.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,856.9 | 1,841.9 | +15.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 81.2 | 513.4 | -432.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ellensburg or Fort Worth safer?
Ellensburg is safer with a total crime rate of 2,409 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 24% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Ellensburg has a violent crime rate of 227.4 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Ellensburg has lower violent crime.
About Ellensburg, WA
Ellensburg, a Kittitas Valley city, is home to Central Washington University and a rich rodeo tradition. Its location east of the Cascade Mountains contributes to its drier climate and agricultural roots, with a population around 20,000. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 18,472, Ellensburg has a total crime rate of 2,409.1 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.