Is Austin or East Wenatchee Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Wenatchee is safer than Austin (Safety Score 34/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,235 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 40% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where East Wenatchee has a 59% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 69.8x 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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East Wenatchee — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | East Wenatchee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,234.5 | +1,474.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 191.5 | +276.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 14.2 | -7.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 35.5 | +32.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 56.8 | +28.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 85.1 | +222.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,043.0 | +1,198.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 219.9 | +225.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,695.4 | +502.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 127.7 | +470.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or East Wenatchee safer?
East Wenatchee is safer with a total crime rate of 2,235 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while East Wenatchee has 191.5. East Wenatchee 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 Wenatchee, WA
East Wenatchee, on the Columbia River's east bank, is known for its "Apple Capital of the World" heritage, stemming from its rich agricultural past. This Douglas County community, with a population of around 14,000, offers views of the Wenatchee Valley and surrounding foothills. With a safety score of 34/100 and a population coverage of 14,097, East Wenatchee has a total crime rate of 2,234.5 per 100,000 residents.