Is Hickory Hills or Houston Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hickory Hills is safer than Houston (Safety Score 69/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,124 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 79% lower. Hickory Hills has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Hickory Hills has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 169.3x 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 | Hickory Hills | Houston | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,124.2 | 5,441.7 | -4,317.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 87.6 | 1,148.3 | -1,060.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 13.8 | -13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 21.9 | 73.0 | -51.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 7.3 | 274.0 | -266.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 58.4 | 787.4 | -729.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,036.6 | 4,293.5 | -3,256.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 58.4 | 644.8 | -586.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 868.7 | 2,945.7 | -2,077.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 109.5 | 703.0 | -593.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hickory Hills or Houston safer?
Hickory Hills is safer with a total crime rate of 1,124 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 79% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Hickory Hills has a violent crime rate of 87.6 per 100K while Houston has 1,148.3. Hickory Hills has lower violent crime.
About Hickory Hills, IL
Hickory Hills, a southwestern suburb of Chicago, is known for its annual Hickory Hills Street Fair. This community, primarily residential, has a population of around 14,000. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 13,699, Hickory Hills has a total crime rate of 1,124.2 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.