Is Austin or San Angelo Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, San Angelo is safer than Austin (Safety Score 24/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,705 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 27% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where San Angelo has a 76% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 9.9x 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 | San Angelo | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,705.2 | +1,004.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 219.2 | +248.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.0 | +2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 24.2 | +43.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 20.2 | +65.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 169.7 | +137.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,486.0 | +755.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 387.9 | +57.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,966.8 | +231.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 131.3 | +467.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or San Angelo safer?
San Angelo is safer with a total crime rate of 2,705 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 27% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while San Angelo has 219.2. San Angelo 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 San Angelo, TX
San Angelo, nestled on the Concho River in West Texas, is home to Angelo State University and a significant Hispanic population. The city's history is tied to Fort Concho, a frontier outpost. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 98,996, San Angelo has a total crime rate of 2,705.2 per 100,000 residents.