Port Austin, Michigan has a relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the rest of the United States. With a rating of 6, it falls significantly below the national average of 22.7. However, property crime in this small town is slightly higher than the national average, with a rating of 29.6 compared to the US average of 35.4. Despite its low rates of violent crime, Port Austin still sees incidents of property crime, including theft and burglary. This may be due to its status as a popular tourist destination, with many seasonal homes and vacation rentals being targeted by criminals. Despite this, Port Austin remains a relatively safe community, with local law enforcement continuously working to maintain its low crime rates.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Port Austin violent crime is 6.0. (The US average is 22.7)
Port Austin property crime is 29.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.