Is Austin or Durham Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Durham is safer than Austin (Safety Score 98/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 265 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 93% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Durham has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 66.9x 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 | Durham | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 265.0 | +3,444.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 40.8 | +426.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.8 | -0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 34.0 | +33.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 0.0 | +307.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 224.2 | +3,017.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 0.0 | +445.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 210.6 | +1,987.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 13.6 | +585.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Durham safer?
Durham is safer with a total crime rate of 265 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 93% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Durham has 40.8. Durham 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 Durham, NH
Durham, NH, home to the University of New Hampshire, is a small New England town on the Oyster River. It boasts a population of around 16,000, significantly augmented by its student body. With a safety score of 98/100 and a population coverage of 14,718, Durham has a total crime rate of 265.0 per 100,000 residents.