Is Austin or Hereford Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hereford is safer than Austin (Safety Score 69/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,123 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 70% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Hereford has a 76% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 67.0x 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 | Hereford | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,122.8 | +2,586.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 238.2 | +229.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.8 | -0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 61.2 | +6.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 20.4 | +65.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 149.7 | +157.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 884.6 | +2,357.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 183.7 | +261.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 639.6 | +1,558.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 61.2 | +537.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hereford safer?
Hereford is safer with a total crime rate of 1,123 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Hereford has 238.2. Hereford 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 Hereford, TX
Hereford, "The Beef Capital of the World," is a Panhandle city founded in 1898 along the Pecos and Northern Texas Railway. Its economy remains tied to agriculture and cattle feedlots, with a population around 15,000. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 14,696, Hereford has a total crime rate of 1,122.8 per 100,000 residents.