Is Houston or Prescott Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Prescott Valley is safer than Houston (Safety Score 74/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 996 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 82% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Prescott Valley has a 98% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 45.4x 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 | Prescott Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 995.8 | +4,445.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 226.9 | +921.3 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 3.9 | +9.9 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 45.0 | +28.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 5.9 | +268.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 170.2 | +617.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 768.8 | +3,524.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 45.0 | +599.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 667.1 | +2,278.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 56.7 | +646.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Prescott Valley safer?
Prescott Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 996 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 82% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Prescott Valley has 226.9. Prescott 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 Prescott Valley, AZ
Prescott Valley, Arizona, a rapidly growing town north of Prescott, sits in the Bradshaw Mountains' foothills. Established in 1961 as a master-planned community, it's now home to a diverse population, many commuting to nearby cities. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 51,116, Prescott Valley has a total crime rate of 995.8 per 100,000 residents.