Is Austin or La Palma Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, La Palma is safer than Austin (Safety Score 39/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,033 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 45% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where La Palma has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 66.3x 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 | La Palma | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,032.9 | +1,676.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 208.7 | +258.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 26.9 | +40.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 80.8 | +4.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 101.0 | +206.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,824.2 | +1,417.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 350.0 | +95.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,204.9 | +993.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 269.3 | +329.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or La Palma safer?
La Palma is safer with a total crime rate of 2,033 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while La Palma has 208.7. La Palma 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 La Palma, CA
La Palma, originally a dairy farm community, is a small Orange County city. It's largely residential, with a diverse population of around 15,000 within its compact 1.8 square miles. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 14,856, La Palma has a total crime rate of 2,032.9 per 100,000 residents.