Is Austin or Evans Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Evans Town is safer than Austin (Safety Score 68/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,163 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 69% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Evans Town has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 65.4x 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 | Evans Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,162.9 | +2,546.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 93.0 | +374.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 13.3 | +54.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 26.6 | +58.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 53.2 | +254.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,069.8 | +2,172.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 139.5 | +305.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 817.3 | +1,380.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 113.0 | +485.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Evans Town safer?
Evans Town is safer with a total crime rate of 1,163 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 69% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Evans Town has 93.0. Evans Town 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 Evans Town, NY
Evans Town, NY, a rural community by Lake Erie, was once a thriving grape-growing region. Its small population of around 16,000 residents is spread across a large area. With a safety score of 68/100 and a population coverage of 15,049, Evans Town has a total crime rate of 1,162.9 per 100,000 residents.