Is Austin or Covington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Covington (Safety Score 11/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,465 for Covington — 17% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Covington has a 61% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 66.4x 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 | Covington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,465.4 | -756.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 647.6 | -180.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.8 | -0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 47.2 | +20.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 33.7 | +51.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 559.9 | -252.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,817.9 | -576.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 364.3 | +80.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,102.9 | -904.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 350.8 | +247.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Covington safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,465 for Covington — a 17% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Covington has 647.6. 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 Covington, GA
Covington, Georgia, the "Hollywood of the South," is a city in Newton County known for its historic town square and antebellum architecture. Located about 35 miles east of Atlanta, its population was around 14,000 in 2020. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 14,825, Covington has a total crime rate of 4,465.4 per 100,000 residents.