Is Austin or Tehachapi Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Tehachapi is safer than Austin (Safety Score 17/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,124 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 16% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tehachapi has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 95.8x 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 | Tehachapi | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,124.1 | +585.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 574.2 | -106.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 77.9 | -10.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 97.3 | -11.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 399.0 | -91.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,549.9 | +692.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 126.5 | +318.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,043.8 | +154.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 379.6 | +219.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Tehachapi safer?
Tehachapi is safer with a total crime rate of 3,124 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 16% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Tehachapi has 574.2. Austin 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 Tehachapi, CA
Nestled in a mountain pass, Tehachapi is a small city known for its historic Tehachapi Loop railway engineering marvel. This Kern County community sits at a high elevation, offering a unique blend of high desert and mountain environments. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 10,275, Tehachapi has a total crime rate of 3,124.1 per 100,000 residents.