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Dallas vs San Antonio: 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 San Antonio's 53 per 1,000, making Dallas 15% safer overall. Dallas earns a F safety grade compared to San Antonio's F. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

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Dallas

Texas

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

San Antonio

Texas

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

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricDallasSan Antonio
Overall Crime Rate44.8/1K53/1K
Violent Crime Rate680.0500.0
Property Crime Rate3800.04800.0
Murder Rate9.69.3
Assault Rate535.6356.2
Robbery Rate103.867.7
Burglary Rate504.3837.0
Theft Rate3024.23732.9
Vehicle Theft Rate916.4970.3

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, Dallas is safer in 5 and San Antonio is safer in 4.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Dallas, you have a 1 in 22 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 19 in San Antonio.

Full Safety Reports

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

Weather Comparison: Dallas vs San Antonio

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
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarmHot

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

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

Both cities have similar summer temperatures, but Dallas is 4°F colder in winter than San Antonio. Dallas gets 2 inches of snow annually, while San Antonio rarely sees any. Dallas is wetter with 38" of annual rain compared to 32". Dallas has more comfortable weather months (6 vs 5).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dallas safer than San Antonio?
As of 2026, Dallas is 15% safer overall, with a crime rate of 44.8 per 1,000 residents compared to San Antonio's 53. Dallas earns a F safety grade vs San Antonio's F. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Dallas or San Antonio?
Dallas has more violent crime at 680 per 100,000 residents. San Antonio is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Dallas vs San Antonio?
Dallas has a crime rate of 44.8 per 1,000 (violent: 680/100K, property: 3800/100K). San Antonio has 53 per 1,000 (violent: 500/100K, property: 4800/100K).
Should I move to Dallas or San Antonio?
From a safety perspective, Dallas has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Dallas (pop. 1,329,491) and San Antonio (pop. 1,548,422) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Dallas's F safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Dallas and San Antonio compare for property crime?
Dallas has lower property crime at 3800 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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