Is Fort Worth or Ogden Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Ogden is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 30/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,431 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 23% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Ogden has a 69% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 11.4x 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 | Ogden | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,430.7 | +727.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 505.4 | -46.7 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 2.3 | +5.1 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 110.0 | -54.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 53.9 | +18.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 339.2 | -16.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,925.3 | +774.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 231.5 | +113.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,491.0 | +350.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 202.9 | +310.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Ogden safer?
Ogden is safer with a total crime rate of 2,431 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 Ogden has 505.4. 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 Ogden, UT
Nestled at the foot of the Wasatch Front, Ogden was once a crucial railway hub. This Weber County seat boasts a diverse population, with nearly a quarter identifying as Hispanic or Latino. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 87,258, Ogden has a total crime rate of 2,430.7 per 100,000 residents.