Is Austin or Collinsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Collinsville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 42/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,953 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 47% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Collinsville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 41.7x 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 | Collinsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,953.5 | +1,755.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 194.9 | +272.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 63.6 | +4.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 12.7 | +72.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 118.7 | +188.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,758.6 | +1,483.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 550.9 | -105.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,029.7 | +1,168.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 178.0 | +420.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Collinsville safer?
Collinsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,953 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 47% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Collinsville has 194.9. Collinsville 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 Collinsville, IL
Collinsville, Illinois, is a city in Madison County, just east of St. Louis. Home to the world's largest catsup bottle, it sits near the Cahokia Mounds, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 23,599, Collinsville has a total crime rate of 1,953.5 per 100,000 residents.