Is Austin or Choctaw Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Choctaw is safer than Austin (Safety Score 60/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,379 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 63% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Choctaw has a 90% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 80.4x 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 | Choctaw | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,379.3 | +2,330.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 171.4 | +296.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 16.3 | -9.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 40.8 | +26.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.2 | +77.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 106.1 | +201.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,207.9 | +2,034.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 138.7 | +306.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 922.2 | +1,275.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 146.9 | +451.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Choctaw safer?
Choctaw is safer with a total crime rate of 1,379 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Choctaw has 171.4. Choctaw 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 Choctaw, OK
Choctaw, Oklahoma, a suburban city in Oklahoma County, was named for the Choctaw Nation, who once inhabited the area. It is part of the the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area and has a population of over 12,000. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 12,253, Choctaw has a total crime rate of 1,379.3 per 100,000 residents.