Moving from Austin, TX to Conroe, TX?
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Is Austin, TX or Conroe, TX Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Conroe, TX is safer than Austin, TX (Safety Score 44/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,879 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin, TX — 49% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Conroe has a 87% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 8.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Austin, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Conroe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,878.8 | +1,830.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 245.2 | +222.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.9 | +5.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 64.6 | +3.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 35.8 | +49.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 142.2 | +165.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,633.6 | +1,608.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 140.5 | +304.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,362.2 | +835.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 130.9 | +467.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Conroe, TX?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Conroe safer?
Conroe, TX is safer with a total crime rate of 1,879 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin, TX — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Conroe has 245.2. Conroe 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 Conroe, TX
Conroe, Texas, north of Houston, was once a lumber and oil boomtown. It's the county seat of Montgomery County, with a growing population. With a safety score of 44/100 and a population coverage of 114,592, Conroe has a total crime rate of 1,878.8 per 100,000 residents.