Is Fort Worth or Mccordsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Mccordsville is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 73/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,032 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 67% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mccordsville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 81.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Fort Worth, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Mccordsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 1,032.1 | +2,126.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 270.3 | +188.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 8.2 | +47.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 0.0 | +72.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 262.1 | +61.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 761.8 | +1,938.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 16.4 | +328.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 663.5 | +1,178.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 81.9 | +431.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Mccordsville safer?
Mccordsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,032 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 67% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Mccordsville has 270.3. Mccordsville 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 Mccordsville, IN
McCordsville, a growing town in Hancock County, Indiana, was founded in 1865 by James McCord. Situated northeast of Indianapolis, it has seen significant residential development while retaining a rural feel. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 12,208, Mccordsville has a total crime rate of 1,032.1 per 100,000 residents.