Is Fort Worth or Soledad Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Soledad is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 82/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 785 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 75% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Soledad has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 42.1x 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 | Soledad | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 784.6 | +2,373.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 257.3 | +201.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 0.0 | +7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 38.0 | +17.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 21.1 | +51.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 198.3 | +124.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 527.3 | +2,172.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 54.8 | +289.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 379.6 | +1,462.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 92.8 | +420.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Soledad safer?
Soledad is safer with a total crime rate of 785 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 75% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Soledad has 257.3. Soledad 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 Soledad, CA
Nestled in the Salinas Valley, Soledad is a small agricultural town with a rich history, home to Mission Nuestra Señora de la Soledad, founded in 1791. Its population is predominantly Hispanic, reflecting the area's farming heritage. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 23,708, Soledad has a total crime rate of 784.6 per 100,000 residents.