Is Houston or Tarpon Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Tarpon Springs is safer than Houston (Safety Score 47/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 1,792 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 67% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Tarpon Springs has a 90% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 88.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Houston, TX?
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Tarpon Springs — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Houston | Tarpon Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 1,791.8 | +3,649.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 237.4 | +910.9 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 3.8 | +10.0 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 53.6 | +19.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 26.8 | +247.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 153.2 | +634.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,554.4 | +2,739.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 122.5 | +522.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 1,332.4 | +1,613.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 99.5 | +603.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Tarpon Springs safer?
Tarpon Springs is safer with a total crime rate of 1,792 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 67% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Tarpon Springs has 237.4. Tarpon Springs 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 Tarpon Springs, FL
Tarpon Springs, a Gulf Coast city, is world-renowned for its historic sponge docks and Greek community. Located in Pinellas County, it's home to a diverse population. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 26,119, Tarpon Springs has a total crime rate of 1,791.8 per 100,000 residents.