Is Austin or Fredericksburg Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fredericksburg is safer than Austin (Safety Score 11/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,674 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 1% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fredericksburg has a 49% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 33.4x 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 | Fredericksburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,674.4 | +35.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 603.9 | -136.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.4 | +3.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 67.9 | -0.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 64.5 | +21.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 468.2 | -161.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,070.5 | +171.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 118.8 | +326.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,822.8 | -624.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 128.9 | +469.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Fredericksburg safer?
Fredericksburg is safer with a total crime rate of 3,674 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Fredericksburg has 603.9. 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 Fredericksburg, VA
Fredericksburg, Virginia, a city steeped in Civil War history, straddles the Rappahannock River in the Fredericksburg-Spotsylvania MSA. Its proximity to Washington D.C. and Richmond draws a diverse population to its historic downtown and growing suburbs. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 29,474, Fredericksburg has a total crime rate of 3,674.4 per 100,000 residents.