Is Austin or Gladstone Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Gladstone is safer than Austin (Safety Score 44/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,871 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 50% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Gladstone has a 60% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 83.4x 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 | Gladstone | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,871.3 | +1,838.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 194.8 | +272.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 8.5 | -1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 42.3 | +25.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 33.9 | +51.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 110.1 | +197.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,676.6 | +1,565.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 135.5 | +309.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,304.0 | +894.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 237.1 | +361.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Gladstone safer?
Gladstone is safer with a total crime rate of 1,871 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 50% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Gladstone has 194.8. Gladstone 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 Gladstone, OR
Gladstone, Oregon, once home to the Chautauqua Assembly, is a small city in Clackamas County at the confluence of the Clackamas and Willamette Rivers. Its population is predominantly white, with a median age in the mid-30s. With a safety score of 44/100 and a population coverage of 11,810, Gladstone has a total crime rate of 1,871.3 per 100,000 residents.