Is Austin or Fountain Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fountain is safer than Austin (Safety Score 31/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,375 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 36% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fountain has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 35.1x 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 | Fountain | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,375.4 | +1,334.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 481.5 | -14.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 107.0 | -39.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 78.5 | +6.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 296.0 | +11.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,893.9 | +1,348.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 253.2 | +191.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,398.2 | +800.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 242.5 | +356.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Fountain safer?
Fountain is safer with a total crime rate of 2,375 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 36% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Fountain has 481.5. 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 Fountain, CO
Fountain, Colorado, named for Fountain Creek, sits just south of Colorado Springs. This growing community, once a stop along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, is home to a diverse population, many connected to nearby military installations. With a safety score of 31/100 and a population coverage of 28,037, Fountain has a total crime rate of 2,375.4 per 100,000 residents.