Is Austin Safe for Women?

Safety rating

Safe
4.1 /5

Women living in Austin consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
1.9 /5

Women living in Austin consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

Violence rating

13.9%

On average 13.9% percentage of women in United States have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 29 experiences

Safety rating:

4.1/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.5/5Safe

Safety using public transport:

3.6/5Safe

Crime rate:

1.9/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.1/5Not at all worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1/5Not at all worried

How safe is Austin?

Austin is a safe city. Most people are into health, wellness, and fitness here. Of course, you are going to find trouble if you go looking for it. But its mostly fine as long as you stay on the path.

Posted: September 8, 2025
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It’s pretty safe, but you need to watch out just in case. I think it should be safe if you are smart and don’t do something dumb. Sometimes you might need to watch out every now and then there might me someone that looks suspicious.

Posted: July 31, 2025
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Shira

Shira

as long as you keep your eyes open it’s pretty average crime for a city! don’t be stupid obviously, keep an eye out at night, stick to the lights, don’t walk on your phone and you will probably be okay

Posted: May 30, 2025
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Austin is a great place to visit. Texans are very friendly, and it is quite safe. Austin does have unsheltered people however they mind their own business most of the times. Some weather conditions might aggravate them however public transport is pretty reliable too (safe & on-time; google map updates ftw).

Posted: May 30, 2025
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I think as in any other place, we have to be aware of our surroundings and our drinks. There is a large homeless population that might make people uneasy, but I've personally never had any issues with them. Overall, it's a fairly safe place, and people do watch out for one another. I've been out late at night / downtown alone plenty of times and have never felt unsafe.

Posted: May 9, 2025
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Is Austin worth visiting?

Travel rating

3.7 /5

based on 3 experiences from female travelers

Couple travel

Austin is cool place to visit. Only 2.5 hours away from Houston and has completed different vibe. It is university city with lots of young students. Located by the lake Austin it has parks and trails around it. And multiple activities to choose from.

Posted: August 22, 2024Experienced: August, 2024
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Safety in United States

Frequently asked questions

Is Austin safe?

Women living in Austin consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 4.1 out of 5.

Is Austin safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Austin consider walking alone at night to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.5 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider the risk of being physically attacked to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of burglary in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.1 out of 5

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Austin?

Women living in Austin consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1 out of 5