Is Austin or Hanford Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hanford is safer than Austin (Safety Score 52/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,639 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 56% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Hanford has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 16.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Austin — 5-Year Trend
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Hanford — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Hanford | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,639.3 | +2,070.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 486.7 | -19.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.0 | +1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 38.2 | +29.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 53.2 | +32.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 387.0 | -79.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,152.7 | +2,089.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 162.8 | +282.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 764.0 | +1,434.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 225.9 | +372.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hanford safer?
Hanford is safer with a total crime rate of 1,639 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 56% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Hanford has 486.7. 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 Hanford, CA
Hanford, the county seat of Kings County, is a Central Valley city founded by the Southern Pacific Railroad. It's home to the historic Hanford Carnegie Museum and has a population of over 59,000 residents. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 60,208, Hanford has a total crime rate of 1,639.3 per 100,000 residents.