Is Austin or Temple Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Temple is safer than Austin (Safety Score 25/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,680 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 28% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Temple has a 56% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 10.2x 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 | Temple | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,680.1 | +1,029.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 318.0 | +149.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 11.4 | -4.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 73.3 | -5.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 37.2 | +48.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 195.1 | +112.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,362.1 | +879.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 364.4 | +80.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,645.6 | +552.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 352.1 | +246.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Temple safer?
Temple is safer with a total crime rate of 2,680 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Temple has 318.0. Temple 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 Temple, TX
Temple, Texas, a railroad town founded in 1881, sits at the heart of Central Texas. This city in Bell County is a regional medical hub, home to Baylor Scott & White Health. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 96,862, Temple has a total crime rate of 2,680.1 per 100,000 residents.