Is Austin or Piedmont Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Piedmont is safer than Austin (Safety Score 13/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,469 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 6% lower. Austin has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Piedmont has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 94.4x 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 | Piedmont | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,469.1 | +240.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 67.1 | +400.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 9.6 | +58.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 38.3 | +47.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 19.2 | +288.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,402.0 | -160.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 747.5 | -302.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,974.1 | +224.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 680.4 | -81.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Piedmont safer?
Piedmont is safer with a total crime rate of 3,469 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Piedmont has 67.1. Piedmont 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 Piedmont, CA
Piedmont, an affluent East Bay enclave, is known for its grand homes and tree-lined streets, incorporating five distinct "parks." It maintains its own school district, separate from neighboring Oakland. With a safety score of 13/100 and a population coverage of 10,435, Piedmont has a total crime rate of 3,469.1 per 100,000 residents.