Is Fort Worth or Knoxville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fort Worth is safer than Knoxville (Safety Score 17/100 vs 13/100), with a total crime rate of 3,158 per 100,000 versus 3,462 for Knoxville — 9% lower. Fort Worth has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Fort Worth has a 38% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 5.0x 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 | Knoxville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 3,461.6 | -303.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 740.3 | -281.7 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 11.0 | -3.6 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 64.9 | -9.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 81.8 | -9.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 582.7 | -259.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,721.3 | -21.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 328.8 | +15.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 2,013.9 | -172.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 378.6 | +134.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Knoxville safer?
Fort Worth is safer with a total crime rate of 3,158 per 100K vs 3,462 for Knoxville — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Knoxville has 740.3. 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 Knoxville, TN
Knoxville, nestled in the Appalachian foothills, is a city of just under 200,000 residents. It boasts a rich musical heritage, notably as the birthplace of the Everly Brothers. The Tennessee River flows along its downtown, a reminder of its historical role in trade and industry. With a safety score of 13/100 and a population coverage of 200,457, Knoxville has a total crime rate of 3,461.6 per 100,000 residents.