Is Austin or Deerfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Deerfield is safer than Austin (Safety Score 73/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,038 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 72% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Deerfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 52.4x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Deerfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,037.5 | +2,671.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 26.6 | +440.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 21.3 | +46.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 5.3 | +301.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,010.9 | +2,231.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 489.5 | -44.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 431.0 | +1,767.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 90.5 | +508.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Deerfield safer?
Deerfield is safer with a total crime rate of 1,038 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Deerfield has 26.6. Deerfield 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 Deerfield, IL
Deerfield, a Chicago North Shore suburb, is known for its affluent residential areas and top-ranked schools. It's home to Baxter International's global headquarters and lies in Lake County, Illinois. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 18,795, Deerfield has a total crime rate of 1,037.5 per 100,000 residents.