Is Houston or Maple Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Maple Valley is safer than Houston (Safety Score 54/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,580 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 71% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Maple Valley has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 81.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Houston — 5-Year Trend
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Maple Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Houston, TX
Maple Valley, WA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Maple Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,579.6 | +3,862.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 108.6 | +1,039.7 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 3.5 | +10.3 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 17.5 | +55.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 42.0 | +232.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 45.5 | +741.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,471.1 | +2,822.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 206.7 | +438.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 921.2 | +2,024.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 343.3 | +359.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Maple Valley safer?
Maple Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,580 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 71% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Maple Valley has 108.6. Maple Valley 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 Maple Valley, WA
Maple Valley, a King County community, was once home to numerous coal mines. Nestled among forests and lakes, its population has grown steadily, primarily attracting families. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 28,551, Maple Valley has a total crime rate of 1,579.6 per 100,000 residents.