Is Houston or Simi Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Simi Valley is safer than Houston (Safety Score 72/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,053 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 robbery, where Simi Valley has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 18.6x 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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Simi Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Houston, TX
Simi Valley, CA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Simi Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,052.9 | +4,388.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 129.1 | +1,019.2 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 2.4 | +11.4 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 15.2 | +57.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 24.9 | +249.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 86.6 | +700.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 923.8 | +3,369.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 124.3 | +520.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 714.5 | +2,231.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 85.0 | +618.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Simi Valley safer?
Simi Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,053 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 Simi Valley has 129.1. Simi 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 Simi Valley, CA
Nestled in a valley, Simi Valley is a suburban community known for the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library. It's primarily a residential area with a significant commuter population. With a safety score of 72/100 and a population coverage of 124,707, Simi Valley has a total crime rate of 1,052.9 per 100,000 residents.