Is Houston or Uvalde Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Uvalde is safer than Houston (Safety Score 34/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 2,231 per 100,000 versus 5,442 for Houston — 59% lower. Houston has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Uvalde has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Houston is 149.5x 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 | Uvalde | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,441.7 | 2,231.0 | +3,210.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,148.3 | 393.3 | +754.9 |
| Murder Rate | 13.8 | 0.0 | +13.8 |
| Rape Rate | 73.0 | 58.0 | +15.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 274.0 | 38.7 | +235.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 787.4 | 296.6 | +490.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,293.5 | 1,837.6 | +2,455.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 644.8 | 270.8 | +374.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,945.7 | 1,476.6 | +1,469.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 703.0 | 90.3 | +612.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Houston or Uvalde safer?
Uvalde is safer with a total crime rate of 2,231 per 100K vs 5,442 for Houston — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Houston has a violent crime rate of 1,148.3 per 100K while Uvalde has 393.3. Uvalde 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 Uvalde, TX
Uvalde, Texas, is a city in Southwest Texas, known as the "Honey Capital of the World." Situated in the Uvalde Hondo Valley, it's the county seat of Uvalde County, with a population of over 15,000, predominantly Hispanic. With a safety score of 34/100 and a population coverage of 15,509, Uvalde has a total crime rate of 2,231.0 per 100,000 residents.