Is Austin or Snoqualmie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Snoqualmie is safer than Austin (Safety Score 70/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,116 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 70% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Snoqualmie has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 74.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Austin — 5-Year Trend
Violent
Property
Total
Snoqualmie — 5-Year Trend
Violent
Property
Total
Austin, TX
Snoqualmie, WA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Snoqualmie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,115.7 | +2,593.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 45.2 | +422.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 22.6 | +45.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 7.5 | +77.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 15.1 | +292.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,070.5 | +2,171.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 67.9 | +377.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 889.6 | +1,308.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 113.1 | +485.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Snoqualmie safer?
Snoqualmie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,116 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Snoqualmie has 45.2. Snoqualmie 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 Snoqualmie, WA
Nestled in the Cascade foothills, Snoqualmie is a small city known for its namesake falls. Its population of around 14,000 enjoys a scenic, forested environment. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 13,265, Snoqualmie has a total crime rate of 1,115.7 per 100,000 residents.