Is Fort Worth or Gulfport Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Gulfport is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 28/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,496 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 21% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Gulfport has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 85.9x 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 | Gulfport | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,496.1 | +662.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 309.9 | +148.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 34.4 | +20.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 60.3 | +12.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 215.2 | +107.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,186.3 | +513.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 335.7 | +8.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,695.6 | +146.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 154.9 | +358.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Gulfport safer?
Gulfport is safer with a total crime rate of 2,496 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 21% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Gulfport has 309.9. Gulfport 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 Gulfport, FL
Gulfport, a Pinellas County city on Boca Ciega Bay, hosts the annual GeckoFest, a quirky arts celebration. Its small-town charm is reflected in its independent spirit and historic waterfront. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 11,618, Gulfport has a total crime rate of 2,496.1 per 100,000 residents.