Is Austin or Prescott Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Prescott Valley is safer than Austin (Safety Score 74/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 996 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 73% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Prescott Valley has a 93% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 19.3x 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 | Prescott Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 995.8 | +2,713.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 226.9 | +240.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.9 | +2.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 45.0 | +22.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 5.9 | +79.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 170.2 | +137.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 768.8 | +2,473.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 45.0 | +400.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 667.1 | +1,531.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 56.7 | +541.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Prescott Valley safer?
Prescott Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 996 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Prescott Valley has 226.9. Prescott 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 Prescott Valley, AZ
Prescott Valley, Arizona, a rapidly growing town north of Prescott, sits in the Bradshaw Mountains' foothills. Established in 1961 as a master-planned community, it's now home to a diverse population, many commuting to nearby cities. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 51,116, Prescott Valley has a total crime rate of 995.8 per 100,000 residents.