Is Austin or East Moline Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Moline is safer than Austin (Safety Score 25/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,670 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 28% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where East Moline has a 55% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 47.7x 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 Moline | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,670.0 | +1,039.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 315.0 | +152.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.9 | +1.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 58.2 | +9.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 38.8 | +46.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 213.2 | +94.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,355.0 | +886.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 683.2 | -238.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,356.8 | +841.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 315.0 | +283.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or East Moline safer?
East Moline is safer with a total crime rate of 2,670 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while East Moline has 315.0. East Moline 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 Moline, IL
East Moline, once home to a large Deere & Company tractor factory, is situated along the Mississippi River. This Illinois Quad Cities community has a diverse population, with a significant Hispanic demographic. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 20,637, East Moline has a total crime rate of 2,670.0 per 100,000 residents.