Houston, TX Crime Rate
52
Safety Score
D
Below Average Safety
26,628
Violent Crimes
1148.2 per 100k residents
99,572
Property Crimes
4293.5 per 100k residents
126,200
Total Incidents
5441.7 per 100k residents
52/100
Safety Score
Grade: D
Is Houston Safe?
Houston has a safety score of 52/100, which is below average. The city reported 26,628 violent crimes and 99,572 property crimes according to the latest FBI data.
With a violent crime rate of 1148.2 per 100,000 residents, Houston is above the national average of 380 per 100k.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houston's crime rate?
Houston has a total crime rate of 5441.7 per 100,000 residents, with 1148.2 violent crimes and 4293.5 property crimes per 100k.
Is Houston safe to live in?
Houston has a safety score of 52/100 (Grade D), indicating below average safety compared to other US cities.
How does Houston's crime rate compare to the national average?
The violent crime rate is above the US average of 380 per 100k. Property crime is above the national average of 2,000 per 100k.
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