Is Austin or El Reno Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, El Reno is safer than Austin (Safety Score 54/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,563 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 58% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where El Reno has a 88% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 49.3x 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 | El Reno | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,562.7 | +2,146.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 205.4 | +262.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.0 | +1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 45.1 | +22.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.0 | +75.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 145.3 | +162.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,357.4 | +1,884.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 330.6 | +114.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 921.6 | +1,276.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 105.2 | +493.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or El Reno safer?
El Reno is safer with a total crime rate of 1,563 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 58% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while El Reno has 205.4. El Reno 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 El Reno, OK
El Reno, Oklahoma, a city bisected by historic Route 66, sits west of Oklahoma City. Its early development was shaped by the Rock Island Railroad, and it remains a small, predominantly white community. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 19,965, El Reno has a total crime rate of 1,562.7 per 100,000 residents.