Is Austin or Flint Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Flint is safer than Austin (Safety Score 27/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,570 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 31% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 74% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 12.4x 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 | Flint | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,570.0 | +1,139.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 1,257.9 | -790.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 25.3 | -18.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 59.4 | +8.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 60.6 | +24.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 1,112.6 | -805.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,312.2 | +1,929.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 277.8 | +167.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 732.5 | +1,465.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 301.8 | +296.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Flint safer?
Flint is safer with a total crime rate of 2,570 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Flint has 1,257.9. Austin 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 Flint, MI
Flint, Michigan, once a General Motors boomtown, sits on the Flint River in Genesee County. Its population is predominantly African American, a legacy of the Great Migration. With a safety score of 27/100 and a population coverage of 79,183, Flint has a total crime rate of 2,570.0 per 100,000 residents.