Is Austin or Corsicana Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Corsicana is safer than Austin (Safety Score 24/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,727 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 26% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Corsicana has a 46% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 38.1x 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 | Corsicana | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,727.4 | +982.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 468.1 | -0.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.9 | +2.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 116.1 | -48.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 46.4 | +39.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 301.8 | +5.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,259.3 | +982.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 456.5 | -11.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,628.7 | +569.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 174.1 | +424.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Corsicana safer?
Corsicana is safer with a total crime rate of 2,727 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Corsicana has 468.1. 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 Corsicana, TX
Corsicana, home to the historic Palace Theatre, is a city in Navarro County, Texas. It sits southeast of Dallas, with a population around 24,000, and was the site of Texas's first oil discovery in 1894. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 25,849, Corsicana has a total crime rate of 2,727.4 per 100,000 residents.