Moving from Fort Worth, TX to West Valley City, UT?
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Is Fort Worth or West Valley City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, West Valley City is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 33/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,312 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 27% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where West Valley City has a 32% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 7.5x 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 | West Valley City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,312.2 | +846.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 470.3 | -11.6 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 6.8 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 73.9 | -18.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 66.3 | +6.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 322.6 | +0.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 1,841.9 | +857.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 196.0 | +148.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,407.1 | +434.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 238.9 | +274.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Fort Worth, TX to West Valley City, UT?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or West Valley City safer?
West Valley City is safer with a total crime rate of 2,312 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 27% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while West Valley City has 470.3. 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 West Valley City, UT
West Valley City, Utah, a diverse suburb west of Salt Lake City, was incorporated in 1980 by merging four communities. It's home to a large Polynesian population and features the Maverik Center, a prominent entertainment venue. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 132,686, West Valley City has a total crime rate of 2,312.2 per 100,000 residents.