Is Houston or Spokane Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Spokane Valley is safer than Houston (Safety Score 10/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,758 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 31% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Spokane Valley has a 93% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 21.1x 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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Spokane Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Houston, TX
Spokane Valley, WA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Spokane Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 3,757.8 | +1,683.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 242.1 | +906.1 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.9 | +12.9 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 27.3 | +45.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 36.4 | +237.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 177.5 | +609.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 3,515.6 | +777.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 603.5 | +41.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 2,608.1 | +337.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 304.1 | +399.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Spokane Valley safer?
Spokane Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 3,758 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Spokane Valley has 242.1. Spokane 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 Spokane Valley, WA
Spokane Valley, WA, incorporated in 2003, is a large suburb east of Spokane. It's home to Mirabeau Point Park and features a diverse population of over 100,000 residents. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 109,852, Spokane Valley has a total crime rate of 3,757.8 per 100,000 residents.