Moving from Fort Worth, TX to Virginia Beach, VA?
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Is Fort Worth or Virginia Beach Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Virginia Beach is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 49/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,733 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 45% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Virginia Beach has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 2.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Fort Worth, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Fort Worth | Virginia Beach | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 1,733.3 | +1,425.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 93.4 | +365.3 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 2.9 | +4.6 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 18.5 | +36.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 31.6 | +40.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 39.3 | +283.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,639.9 | +1,059.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 83.9 | +260.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,446.8 | +395.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 109.2 | +404.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Fort Worth, TX to Virginia Beach, VA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Virginia Beach safer?
Virginia Beach is safer with a total crime rate of 1,733 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Virginia Beach has 93.4. Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach, VA
Virginia Beach, a coastal city where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic, is home to the Naval Air Station Oceana, a major employer. Its population of nearly half a million is diverse, with significant military and retiree communities. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 455,155, Virginia Beach has a total crime rate of 1,733.3 per 100,000 residents.