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Irvine vs Plano: Crime & Safety Comparison (2026)

Updated October 2026 · Based on 2023 FBI UCR data

Irvine has a crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents vs Plano's 19.2 per 1,000, making Irvine 40% safer overall. Irvine earns a B+ safety grade compared to Plano's B-. Both figures are based on 2023 FBI Uniform Crime Report data.

B+

Irvine

California

Overall GradeB+
Violent CrimeB+
Property CrimeB+
Crime Rate11.6/1K
Percentile78%
B-

Plano

Texas

Overall GradeB-
Violent CrimeB+
Property CrimeB-
Crime Rate19.2/1K
Percentile60%

Head-to-Head Crime Comparison

MetricIrvinePlano
Overall Crime Rate11.6/1K19.2/1K
Violent Crime Rate60.0120.0
Property Crime Rate1100.01800.0
Murder Rate0.91.8
Assault Rate42.676.9
Robbery Rate13.215.4
Burglary Rate172.1282.6
Theft Rate730.01573.4
Vehicle Theft Rate262.4208.4

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, Irvine is safer in 8 and Plano is safer in 1.

Victim Odds Comparison

In Irvine, you have a 1 in 86 chance of being a crime victim per year vs 1 in 52 in Plano.

Full Safety Reports

B+
Irvine, California Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends
B-
Plano, Texas Safety ReportFull crime breakdown, FAQs, and trends

Weather Comparison: Irvine vs Plano

Irvine Climate Overview

Annual High74.6°F
Annual Low55.1°F
Annual Rain12.8"
Annual SnowNone
Comfortable Months12
Best MonthJune
Worst MonthFebruary
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ComfortableWarm

Plano Climate Overview

Annual High76.5°F
Annual Low55.9°F
Annual Rain35.6"
Annual Snow1.1"
Comfortable Months6
Best MonthOctober
Worst MonthJanuary
Monthly Temperature
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
ColdComfortableWarmHot

Monthly Temperature Comparison

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

Plano is 12°F warmer in summer than Irvine, but Plano is 11°F colder in winter than Irvine. Plano gets 1 inches of snow annually, while Irvine rarely sees any. Plano is wetter with 36" of annual rain compared to 13". Irvine has more comfortable weather months (12 vs 6).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Irvine safer than Plano?
As of 2026, Irvine is 40% safer overall, with a crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents compared to Plano's 19.2. Irvine earns a B+ safety grade vs Plano's B-. Based on 2023 FBI UCR data.
Which city has more violent crime, Irvine or Plano?
Plano has more violent crime at 120 per 100,000 residents. Irvine is safer for violent crime. The national average is 363.8 per 100,000.
What is the crime rate in Irvine vs Plano?
Irvine has a crime rate of 11.6 per 1,000 (violent: 60/100K, property: 1100/100K). Plano has 19.2 per 1,000 (violent: 120/100K, property: 1800/100K).
Should I move to Irvine or Plano?
From a safety perspective, Irvine has lower crime rates across most categories. However, safety is just one factor. Irvine (pop. 318,764) and Plano (pop. 293,028) differ in cost of living, job market, climate, and culture. Irvine's B+ safety grade is a plus, but research all factors before deciding.
How do Irvine and Plano compare for property crime?
Irvine has lower property crime at 1100 per 100K vs Plano's 1800. 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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