Is Elmhurst or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Elmhurst is safer than Houston (Safety Score 79/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 883 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 84% lower. Elmhurst has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Elmhurst has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 51.3x 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 | Elmhurst | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 882.6 | 5,441.7 | -4,559.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 59.7 | 1,148.3 | -1,088.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 13.3 | 73.0 | -59.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 274.0 | -256.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 28.8 | 787.4 | -758.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 822.9 | 4,293.5 | -3,470.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 148.2 | 644.8 | -496.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 639.3 | 2,945.7 | -2,306.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 35.4 | 703.0 | -667.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elmhurst or Houston safer?
Elmhurst is safer with a total crime rate of 883 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 84% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Elmhurst has a violent crime rate of 59.7 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Elmhurst has lower violent crime.
About Elmhurst, IL
Elmhurst, a western suburb of Chicago, is home to Elmhurst University and notable for its historic Wilder Park. It's primarily a residential community with a population around 45,000. With a safety score of 79/100 and a population coverage of 45,206, Elmhurst has a total crime rate of 882.6 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.