Is Fort Worth or Fountain Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fountain Valley is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 41/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,965 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 38% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fountain Valley has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 18.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Fort Worth — 5-Year Trend
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Fountain Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Fort Worth, TX
Fountain Valley, CA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Fountain Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 1,964.5 | +1,193.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 180.1 | +278.6 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 16.4 | +38.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 61.9 | +10.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 100.1 | +223.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,784.5 | +915.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 274.7 | +69.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,337.0 | +504.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 172.8 | +340.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Fountain Valley safer?
Fountain Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,965 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Fountain Valley has 180.1. Fountain Valley has lower violent crime.
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.
About Fountain Valley, CA
Fountain Valley, a suburban Orange County city incorporated in 1957, is home to Mile Square Regional Park. This largely residential community, once known for its abundant artesian wells, sits just inland from the Pacific coast. With a safety score of 41/100 and a population coverage of 54,975, Fountain Valley has a total crime rate of 1,964.5 per 100,000 residents.