Moving from Austin, TX to Meridian, ID?
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Is Austin, TX or Meridian, ID Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Meridian, ID is safer than Austin, TX (Safety Score 85/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 718 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin, TX — 81% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Meridian has a 89% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 7.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Austin, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Meridian | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 718.2 | +2,991.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 146.8 | +320.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.7 | +5.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.9 | +37.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.7 | +74.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 105.5 | +201.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 571.4 | +2,670.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 52.0 | +393.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 482.4 | +1,715.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 37.1 | +561.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Meridian, ID?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Meridian safer?
Meridian, ID is safer with a total crime rate of 718 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin, TX — a 81% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Meridian has 146.8. Meridian 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 Meridian, ID
Meridian, Idaho, once known as "Hunter," is a rapidly growing city in Ada County, part of the Boise metropolitan area. Its population has surged, and it hosts the annual Meridian Dairy Days, a nod to its agricultural past. With a safety score of 85/100 and a population coverage of 140,353, Meridian has a total crime rate of 718.2 per 100,000 residents.