Is Fort Worth or Murfreesboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Murfreesboro is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 29/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,443 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 23% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Murfreesboro has a 60% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 5.9x 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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Murfreesboro — 5-Year Trend
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Fort Worth, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Murfreesboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,443.4 | +715.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 421.2 | +37.5 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 3.0 | +4.5 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 51.9 | +3.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 29.5 | +43.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 335.7 | -12.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,022.2 | +677.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 163.4 | +181.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,658.8 | +183.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 200.0 | +313.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Murfreesboro safer?
Murfreesboro is safer with a total crime rate of 2,443 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Murfreesboro has 421.2. Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro, TN
Murfreesboro, Tennessee, once the state capital, is a rapidly growing city in Rutherford County. Situated in the heart of Middle Tennessee, it's home to over 150,000 residents and Middle Tennessee State University. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 169,520, Murfreesboro has a total crime rate of 2,443.4 per 100,000 residents.