Is Austin or Eden Prairie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Eden Prairie is safer than Austin (Safety Score 61/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,353 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 64% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Eden Prairie has a 90% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 16.0x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Eden Prairie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,352.6 | +2,356.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 73.2 | +394.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 1.6 | +5.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.3 | +38.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.1 | +77.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 34.1 | +273.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,279.5 | +1,962.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 69.9 | +375.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,165.7 | +1,032.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 43.9 | +554.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Eden Prairie safer?
Eden Prairie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,353 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Eden Prairie has 73.2. Eden Prairie 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 Eden Prairie, MN
Eden Prairie, a Twin Cities suburb, grew significantly after the 1960s with the construction of I-494. Situated on the Minnesota River bluffs, it's home to a diverse population and numerous corporate headquarters. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 61,511, Eden Prairie has a total crime rate of 1,352.6 per 100,000 residents.