Is Austin or St. Cloud Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, St. Cloud is safer than Austin (Safety Score 15/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,323 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 10% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where St. Cloud has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 13.8x 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 | 3,323.5 | +385.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 408.4 | +59.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 85.3 | -17.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 50.4 | +35.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 272.8 | +34.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,915.0 | +326.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 249.0 | +196.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,501.0 | -302.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 165.1 | +433.6 |
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 3,323 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 10% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while St. Cloud has 408.4. 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, MN
St. Cloud, Minnesota, a city bisected by the Mississippi River, boasts a rich granite quarrying history. This regional hub in Stearns County is home to over 68,000 residents. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 71,492, St. Cloud has a total crime rate of 3,323.5 per 100,000 residents.