Is Fort Worth or Sparks Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sparks is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 20/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,979 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 6% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Sparks has a 39% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 9.0x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Sparks | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,979.1 | +179.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 395.3 | +63.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 4.5 | +2.9 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 83.9 | -28.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 56.0 | +16.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 250.0 | +73.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,583.8 | +116.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 301.4 | +43.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,964.7 | -122.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 317.7 | +195.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Sparks safer?
Sparks is safer with a total crime rate of 2,979 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Sparks has 395.3. Sparks 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 Sparks, NV
Sparks, Nevada, a city east of Reno, was once known as "The Crossroads of the West" due to its railroad heritage. With a population exceeding 100,000, it's a significant part of the Truckee Meadows region. With a safety score of 20/100 and a population coverage of 110,807, Sparks has a total crime rate of 2,979.1 per 100,000 residents.