Is Austin or St. Peters Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, St. Peters is safer than Austin (Safety Score 64/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,265 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 66% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where St. Peters has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 16.4x 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. Peters | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,265.2 | +2,444.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 206.7 | +260.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 1.7 | +4.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 26.7 | +41.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 13.3 | +72.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 165.0 | +142.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,058.5 | +2,183.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 61.7 | +383.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 901.8 | +1,296.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 95.0 | +503.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or St. Peters safer?
St. Peters is safer with a total crime rate of 1,265 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 66% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while St. Peters has 206.7. St. Peters 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. Peters, MO
St. Peters, a St. Charles County city, grew from a small French agricultural village. It's now a populous suburb of St. Louis, known for its extensive park system and family-friendly atmosphere. With a safety score of 64/100 and a population coverage of 59,993, St. Peters has a total crime rate of 1,265.2 per 100,000 residents.