Is Fort Worth or Lowell Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lowell is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 35/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,195 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 30% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lowell has a 42% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 8.6x 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 | Lowell | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,195.4 | +963.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 532.5 | -73.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 4.3 | +3.1 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 6.9 | +48.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 56.9 | +15.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 464.4 | -141.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,662.9 | +1,036.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 149.9 | +194.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,309.6 | +532.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 203.3 | +310.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Lowell safer?
Lowell is safer with a total crime rate of 2,195 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 Lowell has 532.5. 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 Lowell, MA
Lowell, a historic mill city on the Merrimack River, was a birthplace of the American Industrial Revolution. Its diverse population includes a significant Cambodian American community. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 116,062, Lowell has a total crime rate of 2,195.4 per 100,000 residents.