Is Austin or Chillicothe Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Chillicothe (Safety Score 11/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,847 for Chillicothe — 23% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Chillicothe has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 45.1x 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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Austin, TX
Chillicothe, OH
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Chillicothe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,847.1 | -1,137.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 206.0 | +261.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 54.9 | +12.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 22.9 | +62.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 128.2 | +179.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 4,641.2 | -1,399.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 416.5 | +28.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 4,046.1 | -1,848.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 178.5 | +420.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Chillicothe safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,847 for Chillicothe — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Chillicothe has 206.0. Chillicothe 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 Chillicothe, OH
Chillicothe, Ohio, the state's first capital, sits on the Scioto River in Ross County. This southern Ohio city is home to just over 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 21,848, Chillicothe has a total crime rate of 4,847.1 per 100,000 residents.