Is Fort Worth or Tulsa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fort Worth is safer than Tulsa (Safety Score 17/100 vs 5/100), with a total crime rate of 3,158 per 100,000 versus 4,571 for Tulsa — 31% lower. Fort Worth has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Fort Worth has a 51% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 2.4x 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 | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 4,570.7 | -1,412.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 942.9 | -484.3 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 9.5 | -2.1 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 105.8 | -50.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 98.7 | -26.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 728.0 | -404.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 3,627.8 | -927.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 747.2 | -402.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 2,397.9 | -556.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 482.7 | +30.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Tulsa safer?
Fort Worth is safer with a total crime rate of 3,158 per 100K vs 4,571 for Tulsa — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Tulsa has 942.9. 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 Tulsa, OK
Tulsa, a city in northeast Oklahoma' along the Arkansas River, boasts a rich art deco architectural heritage. It's the second-largest city in the state, with a diverse population and a significant Native American presence. With a safety score of 5/100 and a population coverage of 411,274, Tulsa has a total crime rate of 4,570.7 per 100,000 residents.