Is Austin or Chicago Ridge Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Chicago Ridge is safer than Austin (Safety Score 38/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,079 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 44% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Chicago Ridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 72.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Chicago Ridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,079.4 | +1,630.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 285.6 | +181.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 80.5 | -12.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 43.9 | +41.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 161.1 | +146.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,793.8 | +1,448.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 197.7 | +247.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,339.9 | +858.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 256.3 | +342.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Chicago Ridge safer?
Chicago Ridge is safer with a total crime rate of 2,079 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 44% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Chicago Ridge has 285.6. Chicago Ridge has lower violent crime.
About Austin, TX
Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," is a rapidly growing city in Central Texas. Situated on the Colorado River, it's the state capital and home to a diverse population, including many young professionals drawn to its tech industry. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 984,613, Austin has a total crime rate of 3,709.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Chicago Ridge, IL
Chicago Ridge, a southwest suburb of Chicago, grew around its railroad heritage, notably the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. This village, primarily residential, sits in Cook County and is home to the Chicago Ridge Mall. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 13,658, Chicago Ridge has a total crime rate of 2,079.4 per 100,000 residents.