Moving from Houston, TX to Klamath Falls, OR?
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Is Houston or Klamath Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Klamath Falls is safer than Houston (Safety Score 17/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,172 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 42% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Klamath Falls has a 70% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 105.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Houston, TX?
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Klamath Falls — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Klamath Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 3,171.9 | +2,269.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 483.8 | +664.5 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 13.7 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 63.9 | +9.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 82.2 | +191.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 324.0 | +463.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 2,688.2 | +1,605.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 351.4 | +293.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 1,857.5 | +1,088.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 479.2 | +223.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Houston, TX to Klamath Falls, OR?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Klamath Falls safer?
Klamath Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 3,172 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Klamath Falls has 483.8. Klamath Falls has lower violent crime.
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.
About Klamath Falls, OR
Klamath Falls, a Southern Oregon city nestled by Upper Klamath Lake, was once a major timber hub. Its population of roughly 22,000 has a median age of 37. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 21,911, Klamath Falls has a total crime rate of 3,171.9 per 100,000 residents.