Is Sparks or Wichita Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Wichita Falls is safer than Sparks (Safety Score 20/100 vs 20/100), with a total crime rate of 2,971 per 100,000 versus 2,979 for Sparks — 0% lower. Sparks has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Sparks has a 49% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Sparks | Wichita Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,979.1 | 2,970.9 | +8.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 395.3 | 352.3 | +43.0 |
| Murder Rate | 4.5 | 8.8 | -4.3 |
| Rape Rate | 83.9 | 63.3 | +20.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 56.0 | 59.4 | -3.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 250.0 | 219.0 | +31.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,583.8 | 2,618.7 | -34.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 301.4 | 444.7 | -143.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,964.7 | 1,928.7 | +36.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 317.7 | 245.2 | +72.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sparks or Wichita Falls safer?
Wichita Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 2,971 per 100K vs 2,979 for Sparks — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Sparks has a violent crime rate of 395.3 per 100K while Wichita Falls has 352.3. Wichita Falls has lower violent crime.
About Sparks, NV
Sparks, Nevada, a city east of Reno, was once known as "The Crossroads of the West" due to its railroad heritage. With a population exceeding 100,000, it's a significant part of the Truckee Meadows region. With a safety score of 20/100 and a population coverage of 110,807, Sparks has a total crime rate of 2,979.1 per 100,000 residents.
About Wichita Falls, TX
Wichita Falls, home to Sheppard Air Force Base, is a North Texas city near the Oklahoma border. The "City of Bridges" has a population of around 103,000, with a significant student presence. With a safety score of 20/100 and a population coverage of 102,762, Wichita Falls has a total crime rate of 2,970.9 per 100,000 residents.