Is Austin or Colonie Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Colonie Town is safer than Austin (Safety Score 12/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,558 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 4% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Colonie Town has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 12.1x 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 | Colonie Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,558.0 | +151.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 113.3 | +354.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 3.7 | +64.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 24.6 | +60.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 85.0 | +222.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,444.7 | -202.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 231.5 | +213.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,134.5 | -936.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 78.8 | +519.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Colonie Town safer?
Colonie Town is safer with a total crime rate of 3,558 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Colonie Town has 113.3. Colonie Town 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 Colonie Town, NY
Colonie, NY, a suburban town in Albany County, is home to the historic Shaker Heritage Society. Its diverse population of over 80,000 residents spans a significant area north of the state capital. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 81,226, Colonie Town has a total crime rate of 3,558.0 per 100,000 residents.