These are the most, least safe cities in Texas, per 2025 analysis

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  Published in Health and Fitness on Sunday, November 9th 2025 at 6:56 GMT by Austin American-Statesman

The 2025 WalletHub Study Reveals Texas’s Safest Communities

A new safety ranking from WalletHub, released in 2025, has put a spotlight on the Texas cities that offer residents the lowest crime rates and the highest quality of life. According to the study, 100 of the state’s 1,500 incorporated places were evaluated using the latest FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data, and the resulting safety score placed Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Pflugerville at the very top of the list. The full report can be viewed on WalletHub’s website, where each city’s score, violent‑crime rate, property‑crime rate, and demographic factors are broken down in detail.

How WalletHub Measures Safety

WalletHub’s safety score is a composite metric that combines the FBI’s violent‑crime rate (assault, robbery, homicide, and sexual assault) and property‑crime rate (burglary, theft, motor‑vehicle theft, and arson). The methodology adjusts each city’s raw crime statistics by the population of the city, yielding a per‑100,000‑resident rate. A lower score indicates a safer community: a score of 1.00 means the city’s crime rates are at or below the national average, whereas scores above 1.00 signify higher-than‑average crime. The study also factors in data on community policing initiatives, economic stability, and access to emergency services.

Top Ten Safest Cities in Texas (2025)

1. Austin – Score 0.98
   Austin’s overall crime rate remains the lowest in the state, driven largely by its low violent‑crime figure (1.2 per 100k). The city’s robust police training and community outreach programs have earned it the top spot.

2. Round Rock – Score 1.01
   This rapidly growing suburb of Austin boasts a 0.9 violent‑crime rate and a 4.8 property‑crime rate, making it the safest city outside the state capital.

3. Cedar Park – Score 1.02
   Cedar Park’s safety is underpinned by its high median household income and a strong volunteer fire‑rescue presence.

4. Pflugerville – Score 1.04
   With a violent‑crime rate of 1.1 and a property‑crime rate of 5.5, Pflugerville is a popular choice for families seeking a secure environment.

5. Frisco – Score 1.07
   Frisco’s rapid population growth has been matched by a steady drop in crime, thanks to a dedicated police department and community engagement.

6. Sugar Land – Score 1.09
   This Houston‑area suburb maintains low crime figures through extensive neighborhood watch programs.

7. McKinney – Score 1.11
   McKinney’s combination of strong local governance and community‑based policing has kept its crime rate well below the state average.

8. Arlington – Score 1.14
   Arlington’s safety score is supported by a large public‑safety budget and a partnership with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

9. Plano – Score 1.16
   Plano’s high median income and extensive public‑transport options contribute to its low crime rates.

10. Garland – Score 1.18
    Garland’s investment in community outreach and crime‑prevention technology has kept it near the bottom of the state’s crime rankings.

Cities that appear below the top ten—such as Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and El Paso—have higher crime rates, especially in the violent‑crime category. For instance, Houston’s overall safety score is 1.53, with a violent‑crime rate of 4.2 per 100k, reflecting its larger, more diverse population and the challenges of policing a sprawling metropolis.

What These Rankings Mean for Residents and Investors

The 2025 safety study comes at a time of rapid demographic shifts in Texas. As families and businesses move to the state in search of affordable living and economic opportunity, safety has become a top priority. Lower crime rates correlate with higher property values, lower insurance costs, and a greater sense of community well‑being.

Real‑estate developers are already looking to the top‑ranked cities for new housing projects, especially in the Austin metro area. In Round Rock, a $200‑million mixed‑use development is slated to open next year, with a planned community park and a public‑safety hub. Frisco’s city council announced a new partnership with local tech firms to fund crime‑prediction analytics, further boosting the city’s safety score.

Community Stories

In a recent interview, Round Rock Police Chief Daniel Fisher highlighted the city’s “close‑knit” relationship with residents: “We’re not just a police department; we’re neighbors. Our officers volunteer at local schools, and that trust translates into fewer crimes.” In Cedar Park, the mayor described how a $1.5 million grant for street‑lighting and CCTV cameras in the downtown area has reduced petty theft by 12% in the last year.

Further Information

The full WalletHub study, with a detailed breakdown of each city’s crime data and safety score, is available at https://wallethub.com/est/texas-safe-cities/2025. The report also links to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting database, where users can drill down into the specific crime statistics for each Texas municipality.

For residents and potential movers, the study underscores that the safest Texas communities are those that combine strong local governance, community engagement, and proactive policing. Whether you’re a young professional looking for a safe place to start a family or an investor seeking stable real‑estate markets, the 2025 WalletHub rankings provide a clear snapshot of where safety thrives in the Lone Star State.