Is Grand Junction or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Grand Junction is safer than Houston (Safety Score 11/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,718 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 32% lower. Grand Junction has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Grand Junction has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 32.8x 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 | Grand Junction | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,717.9 | 5,441.7 | -1,723.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 547.5 | 1,148.3 | -600.8 |
| Murder Rate | 4.2 | 13.8 | -9.6 |
| Rape Rate | 83.5 | 73.0 | +10.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 48.1 | 274.0 | -225.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 410.3 | 787.4 | -377.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,170.4 | 4,293.5 | -1,123.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 321.1 | 644.8 | -323.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,624.3 | 2,945.7 | -321.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 224.9 | 703.0 | -478.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grand Junction or Houston safer?
Grand Junction is safer with a total crime rate of 3,718 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 32% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Grand Junction has a violent crime rate of 547.5 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Grand Junction has lower violent crime.
About Grand Junction, CO
Grand Junction, nestled on the Colorado River, is the largest city on the Western Slope. Known for its peach orchards, it's also home to Colorado Mesa University, attracting a diverse student population. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 70,686, Grand Junction has a total crime rate of 3,717.9 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.