Is Fort Worth or Gilroy Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Gilroy is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 26/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,625 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 17% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Gilroy has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 17.2x 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 | Fort Worth | Gilroy | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,624.5 | +533.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 461.3 | -2.7 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 55.3 | 0.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 114.0 | -41.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 292.0 | +31.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,163.2 | +536.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 255.7 | +88.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,504.9 | +336.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 402.6 | +110.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Gilroy safer?
Gilroy is safer with a total crime rate of 2,625 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 17% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Gilroy has 461.3. Fort Worth 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 Gilroy, CA
Gilroy, the "Garlic Capital of the World," is a city in Santa Clara County, known for its annual Garlic Festival. Located in a primarily agricultural region, its population is diverse, including a significant Hispanic community. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 57,877, Gilroy has a total crime rate of 2,624.5 per 100,000 residents.