Is Houston or Stevens Point Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Stevens Point is safer than Houston (Safety Score 82/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 787 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 86% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Stevens Point has a 99% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 89.9x 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 | Stevens Point | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 787.3 | +4,654.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 166.8 | +981.5 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 3.9 | +9.9 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 38.8 | +34.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 3.9 | +270.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 116.4 | +671.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 620.5 | +3,672.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 50.4 | +594.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 546.9 | +2,398.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 23.3 | +679.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Stevens Point safer?
Stevens Point is safer with a total crime rate of 787 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 86% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Stevens Point has 166.8. Stevens Point 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 Stevens Point, WI
Stevens Point, a city of 26,000 in central Wisconsin, is home to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Historically, it was a major lumber town, strategically located on the Wisconsin River. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 25,784, Stevens Point has a total crime rate of 787.3 per 100,000 residents.