Is Austin or Cleveland Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Cleveland is safer than Austin (Safety Score 16/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,227 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 13% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 66% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 96.9x 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 | Cleveland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,226.8 | +482.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 383.7 | +83.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 19.7 | -13.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.7 | +48.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 39.4 | +46.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 305.0 | +2.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,843.1 | +398.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 186.9 | +258.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,390.6 | -192.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 265.6 | +333.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Cleveland safer?
Cleveland is safer with a total crime rate of 3,227 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Cleveland has 383.7. Cleveland 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 Cleveland, MS
Cleveland, Mississippi, a Delta city bisected by Highway 61, is home to Delta State University. Its downtown hosts the Grammy Museum Mississippi, celebrating the region's blues heritage. With a safety score of 16/100 and a population coverage of 10,165, Cleveland has a total crime rate of 3,226.8 per 100,000 residents.