Is Fort Worth or Shoreline Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Shoreline is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 24/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,744 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 13% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Shoreline has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 16.0x 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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Shoreline — 5-Year Trend
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Fort Worth, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Shoreline | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,744.5 | +414.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 212.1 | +246.6 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 1.6 | +5.8 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 38.6 | +16.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 90.0 | -17.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 82.0 | +241.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,532.4 | +167.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 486.9 | -142.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,513.6 | +328.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 531.9 | -18.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Shoreline safer?
Shoreline is safer with a total crime rate of 2,744 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Shoreline has 212.1. Shoreline 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 Shoreline, WA
Shoreline, Washington, a suburban city north of Seattle, was once home to the Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. Its population, approaching 60,000, reflects a diverse blend of families and commuters. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 62,234, Shoreline has a total crime rate of 2,744.5 per 100,000 residents.