Is Fort Worth or Wichita Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Wichita Falls is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 20/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,971 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 6% lower. Fort Worth has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Wichita Falls has a 23% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 9.7x 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 | Wichita Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,158.5 | 2,970.9 | +187.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 458.7 | 352.3 | +106.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.4 | 8.8 | -1.3 |
| Rape Rate | 55.2 | 63.3 | -8.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 72.6 | 59.4 | +13.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 323.1 | 219.0 | +104.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,699.8 | 2,618.7 | +81.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 344.6 | 444.7 | -100.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,841.9 | 1,928.7 | -86.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 513.4 | 245.2 | +268.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fort Worth or Wichita Falls safer?
Wichita Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 2,971 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fort Worth has a violent crime rate of 458.7 per 100K while Wichita Falls has 352.3. Wichita Falls 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 Wichita Falls, TX
Wichita Falls, home to Sheppard Air Force Base, is a North Texas city near the Oklahoma border. The "City of Bridges" has a population of around 103,000, with a significant student presence. With a safety score of 20/100 and a population coverage of 102,762, Wichita Falls has a total crime rate of 2,970.9 per 100,000 residents.