Is Austin or Fort Pierce Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fort Pierce is safer than Austin (Safety Score 63/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,295 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 65% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Fort Pierce has a 67% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 19.7x 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 | Fort Pierce | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,294.6 | +2,414.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 222.1 | +245.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 12.0 | -5.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 16.0 | +51.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 44.0 | +41.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 148.1 | +159.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,072.5 | +2,169.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 94.0 | +351.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 978.5 | +1,219.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 0.0 | +598.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Fort Pierce safer?
Fort Pierce is safer with a total crime rate of 1,295 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 65% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Fort Pierce has 222.1. Fort Pierce 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 Fort Pierce, FL
Fort Pierce, a Treasure Coast city, is home to the Navy UDT-SEAL Museum. Its downtown hugs the Indian River Lagoon, a biodiverse estuary. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 49,977, Fort Pierce has a total crime rate of 1,294.6 per 100,000 residents.