Is Fox Lake or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fox Lake is safer than Houston (Safety Score 42/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,944 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 64% lower. Fox Lake has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fox Lake has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 215.8x 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 | Fox Lake | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,944.4 | 5,441.7 | -3,497.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 251.2 | 1,148.3 | -897.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 46.5 | 73.0 | -26.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 27.9 | 274.0 | -246.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 176.8 | 787.4 | -610.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,693.2 | 4,293.5 | -2,600.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 334.9 | 644.8 | -309.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,209.4 | 2,945.7 | -1,736.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 148.9 | 703.0 | -554.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fox Lake or Houston safer?
Fox Lake is safer with a total crime rate of 1,944 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fox Lake has a violent crime rate of 251.2 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Fox Lake has lower violent crime.
About Fox Lake, IL
Fox Lake, a village in Lake County, Illinois, is known for its Chain O'Lakes system. This popular boating destination was once a summer retreat accessible by train from Chicago. Its population is around 10,000 residents. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 10,749, Fox Lake has a total crime rate of 1,944.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Houston, TX
Houston, the "Space City," is a sprawling metropolis in Southeast Texas, home to NASA's Johnson Space Center. Its diverse population makes it one of the most multicultural cities in the U.S., with significant Hispanic and Asian communities. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 2,319,160, Houston has a total crime rate of 5,441.7 per 100,000 residents.