Moving from Austin, TX to Chico, CA?
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Is Austin, TX or Chico, CA Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Chico, CA is safer than Austin, TX (Safety Score 27/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,599 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin, TX — 30% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Chico has a 70% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 9.8x 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 Austin, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Chico | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,599.4 | +1,110.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 701.2 | -233.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.0 | +4.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 137.9 | -70.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 82.3 | +3.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 477.0 | -169.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,898.2 | +1,343.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 208.3 | +236.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,486.7 | +711.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 203.3 | +395.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Chico, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Chico safer?
Chico, CA is safer with a total crime rate of 2,599 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin, TX — a 30% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Chico has 701.2. Austin has lower violent crime.
About Austin, TX
Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," is a rapidly growing city in Central Texas. Situated on the Colorado River, it's the state capital and home to a diverse population, including many young professionals drawn to its tech industry. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 984,613, Austin has a total crime rate of 3,709.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Chico, CA
Chico, home to California State University, Chico, is a city in the Sacramento Valley. It boasts Bidwell Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the United States. The city's population is around 100,000. With a safety score of 27/100 and a population coverage of 100,831, Chico has a total crime rate of 2,599.4 per 100,000 residents.