Is Houston or New Albany Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New Albany is safer than Houston (Safety Score 64/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,261 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 77% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New Albany has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 203.0x 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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New Albany — 5-Year Trend
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Houston, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | New Albany | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,260.6 | +4,181.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 96.3 | +1,052.0 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 8.8 | +64.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 8.8 | +265.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 78.8 | +708.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,164.3 | +3,129.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 87.5 | +557.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 989.2 | +1,956.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 87.5 | +615.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or New Albany safer?
New Albany is safer with a total crime rate of 1,261 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 77% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while New Albany has 96.3. New Albany 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 New Albany, OH
New Albany, a planned community northeast of Columbus, is known for its distinctive white fences. This affluent suburb in Licking County boasts a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 64/100 and a population coverage of 11,423, New Albany has a total crime rate of 1,260.6 per 100,000 residents.