Is Gresham or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Gresham is safer than Houston (Safety Score 22/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 2,837 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 48% lower. Gresham has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Gresham has a 69% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 21.2x 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 | Gresham | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,836.9 | 5,441.7 | -2,604.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.2 | 1,148.3 | -738.0 |
| Murder Rate | 5.5 | 13.8 | -8.3 |
| Rape Rate | 57.6 | 73.0 | -15.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.0 | 274.0 | -189.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 262.2 | 787.4 | -525.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,426.6 | 4,293.5 | -1,866.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 318.9 | 644.8 | -325.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,472.8 | 2,945.7 | -1,472.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 635.0 | 703.0 | -68.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gresham or Houston safer?
Gresham is safer with a total crime rate of 2,837 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 48% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Gresham has a violent crime rate of 410.2 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Gresham has lower violent crime.
About Gresham, OR
Gresham, Oregon, a city in Multnomah County, is the fourth largest in the state. Once known as "Turkey Town" for its poultry industry, it sits at the eastern edge of the Portland metropolitan area, near the foothills of Mount Hood. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 109,452, Gresham has a total crime rate of 2,836.9 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.