Is Austin or Miami Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Miami is safer than Austin (Safety Score 14/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,381 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 9% lower. Austin has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Miami has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 76.7x 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 | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,381.1 | +328.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 514.2 | -46.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 7.8 | -1.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 54.5 | +13.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 7.8 | +77.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 444.1 | -136.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,866.9 | +374.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 498.6 | -53.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,181.4 | +16.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 187.0 | +411.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Miami safer?
Miami is safer with a total crime rate of 3,381 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Miami has 514.2. 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 Miami, OK
Miami, Oklahoma, a town in Ottawa County, was once a thriving lead and zinc mining hub. Located in the northeastern corner of the state, it serves as the tribal headquarters for several Native American nations. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 12,836, Miami has a total crime rate of 3,381.1 per 100,000 residents.