Is Austin or Dennis Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Dennis is safer than Austin (Safety Score 74/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 996 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 73% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Dennis has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 64.5x 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 | Dennis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 995.9 | +2,713.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 235.9 | +231.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.7 | +48.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 216.2 | +91.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 760.0 | +2,481.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 176.9 | +268.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 543.8 | +1,654.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 39.3 | +559.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Dennis safer?
Dennis is safer with a total crime rate of 996 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Dennis has 235.9. Dennis 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 Dennis, MA
Dennis, a Cape Cod town, boasts a rich maritime history as a former whaling port. Its year-round population of over 14,000 swells significantly with summer tourism. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 15,263, Dennis has a total crime rate of 995.9 per 100,000 residents.