Is Austin or Fallsburg Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fallsburg Town is safer than Austin (Safety Score 90/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 571 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 85% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fallsburg Town has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 68.5x 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 | Fallsburg Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 570.8 | +3,138.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 90.5 | +377.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 7.0 | +60.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 83.5 | +223.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 480.3 | +2,761.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 167.1 | +278.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 278.5 | +1,919.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 34.8 | +563.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Fallsburg Town safer?
Fallsburg Town is safer with a total crime rate of 571 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 85% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Fallsburg Town has 90.5. Fallsburg 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 Fallsburg Town, NY
Fallsburg, a town in Sullivan County, New York, was once a popular Borscht Belt destination. Nestled in the Catskill Mountains, its population is around 12,000 residents. With a safety score of 90/100 and a population coverage of 14,365, Fallsburg Town has a total crime rate of 570.8 per 100,000 residents.