Is Austin or Fort Mill Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fort Mill is safer than Austin (Safety Score 86/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 678 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 82% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fort Mill has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 26.6x 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 | Fort Mill | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 677.9 | +3,031.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 45.9 | +421.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 13.5 | +54.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.1 | +77.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 24.3 | +282.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 632.0 | +2,609.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 43.2 | +401.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 553.7 | +1,644.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 35.1 | +563.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Fort Mill safer?
Fort Mill is safer with a total crime rate of 678 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 82% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Fort Mill has 45.9. Fort Mill 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 Fort Mill, SC
Fort Mill, SC, once a textile hub, is now a growing suburb south of Charlotte. Its population has surged, and it's home to the Anne Springs Close Greenway. With a safety score of 86/100 and a population coverage of 37,027, Fort Mill has a total crime rate of 677.9 per 100,000 residents.