Is Fort Worth or Huntington Beach Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Huntington Beach is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 35/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,196 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 30% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Huntington Beach has a 65% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 5.2x 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 | Huntington Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,196.4 | +962.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 207.3 | +251.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 2.6 | +4.8 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 34.7 | +20.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 51.0 | +21.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 118.9 | +204.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,989.2 | +710.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 201.0 | +143.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,644.0 | +197.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 144.2 | +369.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Huntington Beach safer?
Huntington Beach is safer with a total crime rate of 2,196 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 30% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Huntington Beach has 207.3. Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach, CA
Huntington Beach, "Surf City, USA," stretches along the Pacific, a vibrant Orange County city with a significant tourist draw. Its lengthy pier and consistent waves attract a youthful, active population. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 190,081, Huntington Beach has a total crime rate of 2,196.4 per 100,000 residents.