Is Austin or Defiance Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Defiance is safer than Austin (Safety Score 60/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,397 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 62% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Defiance has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 57.8x 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 | Defiance | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,396.6 | +2,312.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 217.1 | +250.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 58.7 | +9.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 158.4 | +148.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,179.4 | +2,062.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 123.2 | +321.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,038.6 | +1,159.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 17.6 | +581.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Defiance safer?
Defiance is safer with a total crime rate of 1,397 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 62% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Defiance has 217.1. Defiance 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 Defiance, OH
Defiance, Ohio, named for Fort Defiance built by Gen. "Mad" Anthony Wayne, is a small city in northwest Ohio at the confluence of the Maumee and Auglaize Rivers. Its population is predominantly white, with a notable Hispanic community. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 17,042, Defiance has a total crime rate of 1,396.6 per 100,000 residents.