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Austin vs San Antonio: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Austin has a crime rate of 39.5 per 1,000 residents vs San Antonio's 53 per 1,000, making Austin 25% safer overall. Austin earns a D- safety grade compared to San Antonio's F. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

D-

Austin

Texas

Overall GradeD-
Violent CrimeB-
Property CrimeF
Crime Rate39.5/1K
Percentile14%
F

San Antonio

Texas

Overall GradeF
Violent CrimeC
Property CrimeF
Crime Rate53/1K
Percentile2%

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricAustinSan Antonio
Overall Crime Rate39.5/1K53/1K
Violent Crime Rate350.0500.0
Property Crime Rate3600.04800.0
Murder Rate4.69.3
Assault Rate278.3356.2
Robbery Rate60.667.7
Burglary Rate461.8837.0
Theft Rate3112.63732.9
Vehicle Theft Rate763.2970.3

Crime rates per 100,000 residents. 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data. Lower rates are better (safer).

Category Winner Summary

Out of 9 crime categories, Austin is safer in 9 and San Antonio is safer in 0.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Austin, you have a 1 in 25 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 19 in San Antonio.

Full Safety Reports

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Austin, Texas Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
F
San Antonio, Texas Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Weather Comparison: Austin vs San Antonio

Austin Climate Overview

Annual High80.2°F
Annual Low58.7°F
Annual Rain33.9"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months5
Best MonthApril
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarmHot

San Antonio Climate Overview

Annual High81°F
Annual Low57.8°F
Annual Rain31.5"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months5
Best MonthApril
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarmHot

Monthly Temperature Comparison

AustinSan AntonioHigh/Low °F range
40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but winter temperatures are comparable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Austin safer than San Antonio?
As of 2026, Austin is 25% safer overall, with a crime rate of 39.5 per 1,000 residents compared to San Antonio's 53. Austin earns a D- safety grade vs San Antonio's F. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Austin or San Antonio?
San Antonio has more violent crime at 500 per 100,000 residents. Austin is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Austin vs San Antonio?
Austin has a crime rate of 39.5 per 1,000 (violent: 350/100K, property: 3600/100K). San Antonio has 53 per 1,000 (violent: 500/100K, property: 4800/100K).
Should I move to Austin or San Antonio?
From a safety perspective, Austin has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Austin (pop. 1,002,632) and San Antonio (pop. 1,548,422) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Austin's D- safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Austin and San Antonio compare for property crime?
Austin has lower property crime at 3600 per 100K vs San Antonio's 4800. The national average is 1,832 per 100K. Theft is the most common property crime in both cities.

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2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data and Census Bureau population estimates. Safety grades calculated using national crime rate distributions. Not a substitute for local law enforcement guidance.

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