Is Fort Worth or Statesboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Statesboro is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 26/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,610 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 17% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Statesboro has a 25% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 28.7x 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 | Statesboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,610.1 | +548.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 370.8 | +87.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 8.6 | -1.2 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 25.9 | +29.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 54.6 | +18.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 281.7 | +41.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,239.3 | +460.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 149.5 | +195.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,923.1 | -81.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 166.7 | +346.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Statesboro safer?
Statesboro is safer with a total crime rate of 2,610 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 17% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Statesboro has 370.8. Statesboro 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 Statesboro, GA
Statesboro, Georgia, is home to Georgia Southern University, a major regional institution. Located in Bulloch County, it's a growing Southern city with a population of over 33,000. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 34,788, Statesboro has a total crime rate of 2,610.1 per 100,000 residents.