Is Austin or Crowley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Crowley is safer than Austin (Safety Score 50/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,689 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 54% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Crowley has a 71% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 48.1x 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 | Crowley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,688.6 | +2,020.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 195.2 | +272.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.8 | -3.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.3 | +38.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 24.4 | +61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 131.8 | +175.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,493.4 | +1,748.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 219.6 | +225.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,146.9 | +1,051.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 126.9 | +471.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Crowley safer?
Crowley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,689 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Crowley has 195.2. Crowley 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 Crowley, TX
Crowley, a city in Tarrant County, was named for a railroad official and developed along the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway. It's a growing suburban community just south of Fort Worth. With a safety score of 50/100 and a population coverage of 20,490, Crowley has a total crime rate of 1,688.6 per 100,000 residents.