Is Austin or Cicero Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Cicero is safer than Austin (Safety Score 53/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,586 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 57% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Cicero has a 62% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 12.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Austin — 5-Year Trend
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Cicero — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
Cicero, IL
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Cicero | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,586.3 | +2,123.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 352.4 | +115.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.0 | +1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 15.1 | +52.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 121.6 | -36.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 205.7 | +101.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,233.9 | +2,008.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 420.1 | +25.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 431.4 | +1,766.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 382.5 | +216.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Cicero safer?
Cicero is safer with a total crime rate of 1,586 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 57% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Cicero has 352.4. Cicero 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 Cicero, IL
Cicero, Illinois, a long-established industrial suburb just west of Chicago, was once home to the infamous Al Capone. This diverse community, primarily a working-class area, sits along major transportation routes. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 79,748, Cicero has a total crime rate of 1,586.3 per 100,000 residents.