Is Houston or Lebanon Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lebanon is safer than Houston (Safety Score 67/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,205 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 78% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Lebanon has a 97% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 105.5x 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 | Houston | Lebanon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,205.4 | +4,236.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 118.3 | +1,030.0 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 9.1 | +4.7 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 18.2 | +54.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 9.1 | +264.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 81.9 | +705.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,087.1 | +3,206.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 59.1 | +585.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 909.7 | +2,036.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 118.3 | +584.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Lebanon safer?
Lebanon is safer with a total crime rate of 1,205 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 78% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Lebanon has 118.3. Lebanon 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 Lebanon, OH
Lebanon, Ohio, the "Red Brick Road to History," is a city of around 20,000 residents in Warren County. It's known for its historic downtown and as the home of the Golden Lamb Inn, Ohio's longest-operating business. With a safety score of 67/100 and a population coverage of 21,985, Lebanon has a total crime rate of 1,205.4 per 100,000 residents.