Is Fort Worth or Turlock Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Turlock is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 31/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,352 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 26% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Fort Worth has a 46% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 13.9x 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 | Turlock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,352.3 | +806.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 475.8 | -17.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 4.2 | +3.3 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 48.7 | +6.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 133.5 | -61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 289.4 | +33.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,876.6 | +823.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 196.1 | +148.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,368.8 | +473.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 311.6 | +201.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Turlock safer?
Turlock is safer with a total crime rate of 2,352 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Turlock has 475.8. 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 Turlock, CA
Turlock, a Central Valley city, is home to California State University, Stanislaus. Its agricultural roots are evident in its many dairies and orchards. A diverse population resides in this flat, fertile region. With a safety score of 31/100 and a population coverage of 71,886, Turlock has a total crime rate of 2,352.3 per 100,000 residents.