Is Austin or Farmers Branch Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Farmers Branch is safer than Austin (Safety Score 23/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,749 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 26% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Farmers Branch has a 63% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 26.1x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Farmers Branch | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,748.8 | +960.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 201.5 | +266.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.7 | +4.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 31.8 | +35.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 31.8 | +53.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 135.2 | +172.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,547.4 | +694.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 270.4 | +174.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,675.3 | +522.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 601.7 | -3.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Farmers Branch safer?
Farmers Branch is safer with a total crime rate of 2,749 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Farmers Branch has 201.5. Farmers Branch 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 Farmers Branch, TX
Farmers Branch, a Dallas County suburb, was one of the first settlements in the county. It's a diverse community with a significant Hispanic population and numerous corporate headquarters. With a safety score of 23/100 and a population coverage of 37,725, Farmers Branch has a total crime rate of 2,748.8 per 100,000 residents.