Is Fayetteville or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fayetteville is safer than Houston (Safety Score 10/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,756 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 31% lower. Fayetteville has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Fayetteville has a 63% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 11.0x 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 | Fayetteville | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,755.8 | 5,441.7 | -1,686.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 661.1 | 1,148.3 | -487.1 |
| Murder Rate | 12.4 | 13.8 | -1.4 |
| Rape Rate | 32.9 | 73.0 | -40.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 101.0 | 274.0 | -173.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 513.9 | 787.4 | -273.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,094.6 | 4,293.5 | -1,198.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 387.2 | 644.8 | -257.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,349.2 | 2,945.7 | -596.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 358.2 | 703.0 | -344.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fayetteville or Houston safer?
Fayetteville is safer with a total crime rate of 3,756 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fayetteville has a violent crime rate of 661.1 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Fayetteville has lower violent crime.
About Fayetteville, NC
Fayetteville, NC, is a historic city in the Sandhills region, renowned as home to Fort Liberty. Its diverse population, with a significant military presence, contributes to a unique cultural landscape in Cumberland County. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 209,945, Fayetteville has a total crime rate of 3,755.8 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.