Is Fort Worth or Idaho Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Idaho Falls is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 54/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,566 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 50% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Idaho Falls has a 86% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 14.5x 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 | Idaho Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 1,565.9 | +1,592.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 356.5 | +102.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 4.4 | +3.1 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 71.3 | -16.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 10.2 | +62.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 270.7 | +52.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,209.3 | +1,490.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 308.5 | +36.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 774.2 | +1,067.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 126.6 | +386.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Idaho Falls safer?
Idaho Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 1,566 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 50% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Idaho Falls has 356.5. Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls, ID
Idaho Falls, a city vital to the Manhattan Project, sits along the Snake River in eastern Idaho. It serves as a regional hub, home to the Idaho National Laboratory and a growing population. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 68,716, Idaho Falls has a total crime rate of 1,565.9 per 100,000 residents.