Is Austin or Ennis Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Ennis is safer than Austin (Safety Score 49/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,701 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 54% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Ennis has a 67% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 39.4x 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 | Ennis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,701.4 | +2,008.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 176.2 | +291.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.0 | +2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 16.0 | +51.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 28.0 | +57.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 128.1 | +179.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,525.3 | +1,716.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 188.2 | +257.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,048.9 | +1,149.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 288.2 | +310.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Ennis safer?
Ennis is safer with a total crime rate of 1,701 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Ennis has 176.2. Ennis 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 Ennis, TX
Ennis, home to the National Polka Festival, is a city in Ellis County, Texas. Located south of Dallas, its population was around 19,000 in 2020. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 24,979, Ennis has a total crime rate of 1,701.4 per 100,000 residents.