Is Abilene or Salinas Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Abilene is safer than Salinas (Safety Score 35/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 2,188 per 100,000 versus 2,202 for Salinas — 1% lower. Abilene has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Abilene has a 67% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Abilene | Salinas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,187.7 | 2,202.5 | -14.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 424.5 | 527.1 | -102.6 |
| Murder Rate | 4.6 | 3.8 | +0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 70.6 | 51.2 | +19.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 46.1 | 140.9 | -94.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 303.2 | 328.6 | -25.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,763.2 | 1,675.4 | +87.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 320.1 | 146.6 | +173.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,304.9 | 1,158.4 | +146.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 138.2 | 370.3 | -232.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Abilene or Salinas safer?
Abilene is safer with a total crime rate of 2,188 per 100K vs 2,202 for Salinas — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Abilene has a violent crime rate of 424.5 per 100K while Salinas has 527.1. Abilene has lower violent crime.
About Abilene, TX
Abilene, a West Texas city historically known as a railroad town and home to Dyess Air Force Base, sits at the intersection of I-20 and US-83/84. Its population is approximately 125,000. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 130,275, Abilene has a total crime rate of 2,187.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Salinas, CA
Nestled in the Salinas Valley, this agricultural hub is known as the "Salad Bowl of the World." It's the largest city in Monterey County, with a diverse, predominantly Hispanic population. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 158,233, Salinas has a total crime rate of 2,202.5 per 100,000 residents.