Is Austin or Commerce City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Commerce City is safer than Austin (Safety Score 11/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,665 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 1% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Austin has a 41% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 14.0x 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 | Commerce City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,665.4 | +44.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 793.8 | -326.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 8.6 | -2.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 102.6 | -35.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 112.6 | -27.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 567.2 | -260.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,871.6 | +370.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 316.4 | +128.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,715.8 | +482.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 839.4 | -240.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Commerce City safer?
Commerce City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,665 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Commerce City has 793.8. Austin 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 Commerce City, CO
Commerce City, a Denver suburb, grew from the early 20th-century agricultural community of Rose Hill. Situated along the South Platte River, it's home to a diverse population and significant industrial areas. With a safety score of 11/100 and a population coverage of 70,170, Commerce City has a total crime rate of 3,665.4 per 100,000 residents.