Is Austin or Mount Pleasant Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mount Pleasant is safer than Austin (Safety Score 58/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,453 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 61% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mount Pleasant has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 47.9x 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 | Mount Pleasant | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,453.1 | +2,256.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 427.7 | +39.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 97.2 | -29.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 4.9 | +80.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 325.6 | -18.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,025.4 | +2,216.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 87.5 | +357.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 855.3 | +1,342.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 82.6 | +516.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Mount Pleasant safer?
Mount Pleasant is safer with a total crime rate of 1,453 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 61% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Mount Pleasant has 427.7. Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant, MI
Mount Pleasant, Michigan, home to Central Michigan University, is a city in Isabella County. Situated in the geographic center of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, it was originally known as the "Gateway to the North." With a safety score of 58/100 and a population coverage of 20,577, Mount Pleasant has a total crime rate of 1,453.1 per 100,000 residents.