Moderately Safe · Population: 960,000
Austin, Texas is a city with moderate safety levels, with a safety score of 54/100. The violent crime rate of 458 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 960,000, Austin reported 4,397 violent crimes and 30,295 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 12.2 per 100K |
| Rape | 42.4 per 100K |
| Robbery | 111 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 292.4 per 100K |
| Burglary | 851 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,691.1 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 613.7 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 4,396 |
| Property Crimes | 30,295 |
| Total Crimes | 34,691 |
With a safety score of 54/100, Austin is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 87% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.