Is Fort Worth or Sanford Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sanford is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 23/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,795 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 12% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Fort Worth has a 22% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 14.9x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Sanford | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,795.2 | +363.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 542.6 | -83.9 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 6.0 | +1.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 40.4 | +14.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 92.7 | -20.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 403.6 | -80.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,252.6 | +447.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 261.6 | +83.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,790.7 | +51.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 200.3 | +313.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Sanford safer?
Sanford is safer with a total crime rate of 2,795 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Sanford has 542.6. 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 Sanford, FL
Sanford, "The Historic Waterfront Gateway," sits on the southern shore of Lake Monroe. Once a major celery producer, the city boasts a vibrant downtown and a diverse population of over 60,000 residents. With a safety score of 23/100 and a population coverage of 66,900, Sanford has a total crime rate of 2,795.2 per 100,000 residents.