Is Austin or Mill Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mill Valley is safer than Austin (Safety Score 70/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,098 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 70% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mill Valley has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 72.1x 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 | Mill Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,098.3 | +2,611.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 95.2 | +372.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 29.3 | +56.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 65.9 | +241.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,003.1 | +2,238.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 183.0 | +262.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 790.8 | +1,407.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 29.3 | +569.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Mill Valley safer?
Mill Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,098 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 Mill Valley has 95.2. Mill Valley 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 Mill Valley, CA
Mill Valley, a Marin County city nestled at Mt. Tamalpais' base, is known for its redwood forests and affluent, predominantly white population. It was the starting point for the Dipsea Race, one of the oldest trail races in the U.S. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 13,658, Mill Valley has a total crime rate of 1,098.3 per 100,000 residents.