Is Fort Worth or Oak Creek Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Oak Creek is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 46/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,832 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 42% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oak Creek has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 26.5x 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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Fort Worth, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Oak Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 1,831.9 | +1,326.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 146.0 | +312.6 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 39.8 | +15.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 26.6 | +46.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 79.7 | +243.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,685.9 | +1,013.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 71.7 | +272.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,481.5 | +360.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 132.8 | +380.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Oak Creek safer?
Oak Creek is safer with a total crime rate of 1,832 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Oak Creek has 146.0. Oak Creek 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 Oak Creek, WI
Oak Creek, a Milwaukee County suburb, was once known for its abundant oak trees. Situated along Lake Michigan, it's home to a diverse population of over 36,000 residents. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 37,665, Oak Creek has a total crime rate of 1,831.9 per 100,000 residents.