Is Houston or New Rochelle Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New Rochelle is safer than Houston (Safety Score 65/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,239 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 Rochelle has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 27.3x 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 | New Rochelle | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,239.4 | +4,202.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 134.2 | +1,014.1 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 2.4 | +70.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 42.4 | +231.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 89.5 | +697.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,105.2 | +3,188.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 25.9 | +618.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 1,022.8 | +1,922.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 56.5 | +646.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or New Rochelle safer?
New Rochelle is safer with a total crime rate of 1,239 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 Rochelle has 134.2. New Rochelle 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 Rochelle, NY
New Rochelle, a Sound Shore city north of NYC, boasts a diverse population of over 80,000. It's famously home to the College of New Rochelle, and its waterfront offers views of Long Island. With a safety score of 65/100 and a population coverage of 84,960, New Rochelle has a total crime rate of 1,239.4 per 100,000 residents.