Is Austin or Ferguson Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Ferguson Township is safer than Austin (Safety Score 92/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 517 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 86% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Ferguson Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 52.0x 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 | Ferguson Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 517.2 | +3,192.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 68.6 | +398.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 42.2 | +25.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.6 | +74.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 15.8 | +291.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 448.6 | +2,793.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 58.1 | +387.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 380.0 | +1,818.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 10.6 | +588.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Ferguson Township safer?
Ferguson Township is safer with a total crime rate of 517 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 86% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Ferguson Township has 68.6. Ferguson Township 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 Ferguson Township, PA
Ferguson Township, located in Centre County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant community bordering State College and home to many Penn State University faculty and staff. Its rolling hills and valleys are part of the the Appalachian Ridge-and-valley province. With a safety score of 92/100 and a population coverage of 18,949, Ferguson Township has a total crime rate of 517.2 per 100,000 residents.