Is Houston or Mccordsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Mccordsville is safer than Houston (Safety Score 73/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,032 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 81% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mccordsville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 190.0x 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 SAFER than Houston, TX?
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Mccordsville — 2-Year Trend
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Houston, TX
Mccordsville, IN
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Mccordsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,032.1 | +4,409.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 270.3 | +878.0 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 8.2 | +64.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 0.0 | +274.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 262.1 | +525.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 761.8 | +3,531.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 16.4 | +628.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 663.5 | +2,282.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 81.9 | +621.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Mccordsville safer?
Mccordsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,032 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 81% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Mccordsville has 270.3. Mccordsville 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 Mccordsville, IN
McCordsville, a growing town in Hancock County, Indiana, was founded in 1865 by James McCord. Situated northeast of Indianapolis, it has seen significant residential development while retaining a rural feel. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 12,208, Mccordsville has a total crime rate of 1,032.1 per 100,000 residents.