Is Healdsburg or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Healdsburg is safer than Houston (Safety Score 48/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,744 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 68% lower. Healdsburg has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Healdsburg has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 209.5x 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 | Healdsburg | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,743.8 | 5,441.7 | -3,697.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 352.4 | 1,148.3 | -795.9 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 54.2 | 73.0 | -18.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 27.1 | 274.0 | -246.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 271.1 | 787.4 | -516.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,391.4 | 4,293.5 | -2,902.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 162.6 | 644.8 | -482.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,174.6 | 2,945.7 | -1,771.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 54.2 | 703.0 | -648.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Healdsburg or Houston safer?
Healdsburg is safer with a total crime rate of 1,744 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 68% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Healdsburg has a violent crime rate of 352.4 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Healdsburg has lower violent crime.
About Healdsburg, CA
Nestled in Sonoma County's Russian River Valley, Healdsburg is a charming wine country town known for its historic plaza. Its population of around 11,000 residents enjoys a vibrant culinary scene and proximity to world-class vineyards. With a safety score of 48/100 and a population coverage of 11,068, Healdsburg has a total crime rate of 1,743.8 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.