Is Austin or Tualatin Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Tualatin is safer than Austin (Safety Score 22/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,844 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 23% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Tualatin has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 36.2x 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 | Tualatin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,843.6 | +865.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 220.4 | +247.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 36.7 | +30.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 44.1 | +41.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 139.6 | +167.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,623.2 | +618.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 231.5 | +213.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,152.9 | +45.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 238.8 | +359.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Tualatin safer?
Tualatin is safer with a total crime rate of 2,844 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Tualatin has 220.4. Tualatin 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 Tualatin, OR
Tualatin, a suburb south of Portland, is bisected by its namesake river. Known for the "Platypus" fossil discovered in 1991, its population of around 28,000 enjoys a mix of suburban amenities and natural areas. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 27,219, Tualatin has a total crime rate of 2,843.6 per 100,000 residents.