Is Austin or Manteca Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Manteca is safer than Austin (Safety Score 46/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,816 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 51% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Manteca has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 10.5x 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 | Manteca | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,816.4 | +1,893.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 347.5 | +120.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 1.1 | +5.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 42.8 | +24.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 72.7 | +12.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 230.9 | +76.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,468.9 | +1,773.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 196.7 | +248.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,034.9 | +1,163.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 237.3 | +361.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Manteca safer?
Manteca is safer with a total crime rate of 1,816 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 51% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Manteca has 347.5. Manteca 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 Manteca, CA
Manteca, "The Family City," is a Central Valley city in San Joaquin County. Founded in 1861 as a railroad town, its population has grown to over 80,000 residents. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 93,538, Manteca has a total crime rate of 1,816.4 per 100,000 residents.