Is Houston or Olmsted Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Olmsted Township is safer than Houston (Safety Score 99/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 234 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 96% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Olmsted Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 159.6x 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 | Olmsted Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 233.9 | +5,207.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 34.4 | +1,113.9 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 6.9 | +6.9 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 6.9 | +66.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 0.0 | +274.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 20.6 | +766.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 199.5 | +4,093.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 34.4 | +610.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 130.7 | +2,815.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 34.4 | +668.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Olmsted Township safer?
Olmsted Township is safer with a total crime rate of 234 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 96% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Olmsted Township has 34.4. Olmsted Township 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 Olmsted Township, OH
Olmsted Township, established 1818, is a largely residential community in Cuyahoga County. Situated southwest of Cleveland, it encompasses a mix of suburban and rural landscapes. With a safety score of 99/100 and a population coverage of 14,535, Olmsted Township has a total crime rate of 233.9 per 100,000 residents.