Is Austin or Fox Lake Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Fox Lake is safer than Austin (Safety Score 42/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,944 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 48% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Fox Lake has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 91.6x 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 | Fox Lake | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,944.4 | +1,765.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 251.2 | +216.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 46.5 | +21.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 27.9 | +57.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 176.8 | +130.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,693.2 | +1,548.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 334.9 | +110.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,209.4 | +988.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 148.9 | +449.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Fox Lake safer?
Fox Lake is safer with a total crime rate of 1,944 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 48% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Fox Lake has 251.2. Fox Lake 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 Fox Lake, IL
Fox Lake, a village in Lake County, Illinois, is known for its Chain O'Lakes system. This popular boating destination was once a summer retreat accessible by train from Chicago. Its population is around 10,000 residents. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 10,749, Fox Lake has a total crime rate of 1,944.4 per 100,000 residents.