Is Austin or Eau Claire Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Eau Claire is safer than Austin (Safety Score 39/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,068 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 44% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Eau Claire has a 88% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 13.9x 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 | Eau Claire | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,068.0 | +1,641.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 162.2 | +305.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.8 | +3.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 56.4 | +11.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 9.9 | +75.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 93.1 | +214.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,905.7 | +1,336.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 252.5 | +192.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,553.1 | +645.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 100.2 | +498.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Eau Claire safer?
Eau Claire is safer with a total crime rate of 2,068 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 44% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Eau Claire has 162.2. Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire, WI
Eau Claire, situated at the confluence of the Chippewa and Eau Claire Rivers, was once a major logging hub. Its population is around 70,000, and it's home to the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 70,891, Eau Claire has a total crime rate of 2,068.0 per 100,000 residents.