Moving from Austin, TX to Portland, TX?
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Is Austin, TX or Portland, TX Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Portland, TX is safer than Austin, TX (Safety Score 75/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,000 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin, TX — 73% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Portland has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 48.0x 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 | Portland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 999.7 | +2,709.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 156.1 | +311.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 63.4 | +4.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 4.9 | +80.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 87.8 | +219.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 843.7 | +2,398.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 68.3 | +376.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 731.5 | +1,466.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 43.9 | +554.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Portland, TX?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Portland safer?
Portland, TX is safer with a total crime rate of 1,000 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin, TX — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Portland has 156.1. Portland 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 Portland, TX
Portland, Texas, settled in the late 1800s, is a coastal town on the La Quinta Channel of Corpus Christi Bay. Its proximity to the bay and the Gulf of Mexico influences its economy and a significant portion of its residents are employed in industrial sectors. With a safety score of 75/100 and a population coverage of 20,506, Portland has a total crime rate of 999.7 per 100,000 residents.