Is Austin or St. Cloud Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, St. Cloud is safer than Austin (Safety Score 76/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 947 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 74% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where St. Cloud has a 88% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 14.3x 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 | St. Cloud | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 946.8 | +2,762.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 188.5 | +279.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.9 | +3.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 18.9 | +48.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.2 | +75.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 156.6 | +150.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 758.3 | +2,483.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 132.0 | +313.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 604.7 | +1,593.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 21.8 | +576.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or St. Cloud safer?
St. Cloud is safer with a total crime rate of 947 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while St. Cloud has 188.5. St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud, FL
St. Cloud, Florida, once a haven for Union Civil War veterans, sits near East Lake Tohopekaliga. This Osceola County city is experiencing rapid growth, with a population exceeding 60,000. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 68,966, St. Cloud has a total crime rate of 946.8 per 100,000 residents.