Is Austin or Coweta Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Coweta is safer than Austin (Safety Score 84/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 725 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 80% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Coweta has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 88.1x 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 | Coweta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 725.2 | +2,984.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 152.2 | +315.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 35.8 | +31.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 9.0 | +76.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 107.4 | +199.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 573.0 | +2,668.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 107.4 | +337.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 376.0 | +1,822.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 89.5 | +509.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Coweta safer?
Coweta is safer with a total crime rate of 725 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 80% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Coweta has 152.2. Coweta 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 Coweta, OK
Coweta, a Muskogee (Creek) Nation town, sits in Wagoner County, Oklahoma. Named for a historic Creek tribal town in Alabama, it's a small community with a population of around 9,000 residents. With a safety score of 84/100 and a population coverage of 11,170, Coweta has a total crime rate of 725.2 per 100,000 residents.