Is Fredericksburg or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fredericksburg is safer than Houston (Safety Score 11/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,674 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 32% lower. Fredericksburg has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Fredericksburg has a 76% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 78.7x 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 | Fredericksburg | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,674.4 | 5,441.7 | -1,767.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 603.9 | 1,148.3 | -544.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.4 | 13.8 | -10.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.9 | 73.0 | -5.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 64.5 | 274.0 | -209.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 468.2 | 787.4 | -319.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,070.5 | 4,293.5 | -1,223.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 118.8 | 644.8 | -526.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,822.8 | 2,945.7 | -122.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 128.9 | 703.0 | -574.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fredericksburg or Houston safer?
Fredericksburg is safer with a total crime rate of 3,674 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 32% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Fredericksburg has a violent crime rate of 603.9 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Fredericksburg has lower violent crime.
About Fredericksburg, VA
Fredericksburg, Virginia, a city steeped in Civil War history, straddles the Rappahannock River in the Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania MSA. Its proximity to Washington D.C. and Richmond draws a diverse population to its historic downtown and growing suburbs. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 29,474, Fredericksburg has a total crime rate of 3,674.4 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.