Is Austin or Gatesville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Gatesville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 74/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,015 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 73% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Gatesville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 61.0x 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 | Gatesville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,015.3 | +2,694.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 148.6 | +318.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 31.0 | +36.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 6.2 | +79.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 111.4 | +195.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 866.7 | +2,375.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 161.0 | +284.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 619.1 | +1,579.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 86.7 | +511.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Gatesville safer?
Gatesville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,015 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Gatesville has 148.6. Gatesville 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 Gatesville, TX
Gatesville, a Central Texas city, is home to the Texas State Prison System's female incarceration facilities. Situated in Coryell County, its population was around 16,000 in 2020. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 16,153, Gatesville has a total crime rate of 1,015.3 per 100,000 residents.