Is Austin or Corcoran Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Corcoran is safer than Austin (Safety Score 55/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,539 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 59% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Corcoran has a 69% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 45.1x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Corcoran | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,539.1 | +2,170.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 522.2 | -54.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.2 | -2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 50.4 | +17.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 32.1 | +53.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 430.6 | -123.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,016.9 | +2,225.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 284.0 | +161.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 581.7 | +1,616.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 151.2 | +447.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Corcoran safer?
Corcoran is safer with a total crime rate of 1,539 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Corcoran has 522.2. 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 Corcoran, CA
Corcoran, a Central Valley city, is home to the California State Prison, Corcoran. Its economy is deeply tied to agriculture, particularly cotton and dairy, with a diverse, predominantly Hispanic population. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 21,831, Corcoran has a total crime rate of 1,539.1 per 100,000 residents.