Is Austin or East Haven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Haven is safer than Austin (Safety Score 39/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,051 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 45% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where East Haven has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 35.9x 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 | East Haven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,051.2 | +1,658.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 98.4 | +369.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.2 | +38.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 14.6 | +70.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 54.7 | +252.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,952.9 | +1,289.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 134.8 | +310.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,369.9 | +828.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 448.1 | +150.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or East Haven safer?
East Haven is safer with a total crime rate of 2,051 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while East Haven has 98.4. East Haven 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 East Haven, CT
East Haven, Connecticut, a shoreline town in New Haven County, was home to the first publicly funded library in the U.S. Its Long Island Sound beaches define its southern border. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 27,447, East Haven has a total crime rate of 2,051.2 per 100,000 residents.