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Dallas vs Austin: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Dallas has a crime rate of 44.8 per 1,000 residents vs Austin's 39.5 per 1,000, making Austin 12% safer overall. Austin earns a D- safety grade compared to Dallas's F. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

F

Dallas

Texas

Overall GradeF
Violent CrimeD+
Property CrimeF
Crime Rate44.8/1K
Percentile7%
D-

Austin

Texas

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

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricDallasAustin
Overall Crime Rate44.8/1K39.5/1K
Violent Crime Rate680.0350.0
Property Crime Rate3800.03600.0
Murder Rate9.64.6
Assault Rate535.6278.3
Robbery Rate103.860.6
Burglary Rate504.3461.8
Theft Rate3024.23112.6
Vehicle Theft Rate916.4763.2

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, Dallas is safer in 1 and Austin is safer in 8.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Dallas, you have a 1 in 22 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 25 in Austin.

Full Safety Reports

F
Dallas, Texas Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
D-
Austin, Texas Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Weather Comparison: Dallas vs Austin

Dallas Climate Overview

Annual High77.5°F
Annual Low56.9°F
Annual Rain37.9"
Annual Snow1.5"
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthOctober
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarmHot

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

Monthly Temperature Comparison

DallasAustinHigh/Low °F range
40°60°80°100°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but Dallas is 5°F colder in winter than Austin. Dallas gets 2 inches of snow annually, while Austin rarely sees any. Dallas has more comfortable weather months (6 vs 5).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dallas safer than Austin?
As of 2026, Austin is 12% safer overall, with a crime rate of 39.5 per 1,000 residents compared to Dallas's 44.8. Austin earns a D- safety grade vs Dallas's F. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Dallas or Austin?
Dallas has more violent crime at 680 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 Dallas vs Austin?
Dallas has a crime rate of 44.8 per 1,000 (violent: 680/100K, property: 3800/100K). Austin has 39.5 per 1,000 (violent: 350/100K, property: 3600/100K).
Should I move to Dallas or Austin?
From a safety perspective, Austin has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Dallas (pop. 1,329,491) and Austin (pop. 1,002,632) 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 Dallas and Austin compare for property crime?
Austin has lower property crime at 3600 per 100K vs Dallas's 3800. 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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