Is Austin or Cumberland Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Cumberland is safer than Austin (Safety Score 89/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 594 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 84% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Cumberland has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 26.5x 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 | Cumberland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 593.9 | +3,115.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 59.1 | +408.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 21.5 | +46.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 37.6 | +269.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 534.8 | +2,707.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 51.1 | +394.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 405.8 | +1,792.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 77.9 | +520.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Cumberland safer?
Cumberland is safer with a total crime rate of 594 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 84% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Cumberland has 59.1. Cumberland 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 Cumberland, RI
Cumberland, a town in northern Rhode Island, boasts the historic Cumberland Company's Ashton Mill. With a population exceeding 36,000, it's situated along the Blackstone River. With a safety score of 89/100 and a population coverage of 37,213, Cumberland has a total crime rate of 593.9 per 100,000 residents.