Is Austin or Clinton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Clinton is safer than Austin (Safety Score 18/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,086 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 17% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Clinton has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 40.7x 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 | Clinton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,086.3 | +623.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 359.9 | +107.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 66.2 | +1.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 29.0 | +56.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 264.8 | +42.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,726.4 | +515.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 451.0 | -5.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,068.6 | +129.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 206.9 | +391.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Clinton safer?
Clinton is safer with a total crime rate of 3,086 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 17% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Clinton has 359.9. Clinton 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 Clinton, IA
Nestled on the Mississippi River, Clinton, Iowa, was once a major lumber producer. This city of under 25,000 residents lies directly across from Fulton, Illinois. With a safety score of 18/100 and a population coverage of 24,171, Clinton has a total crime rate of 3,086.3 per 100,000 residents.