Is Austin or Glenwood Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Glenwood Springs (Safety Score 11/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — 22% lower. Austin has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Glenwood Springs has a 77% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 95.3x 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 | Glenwood Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,770.7 | -1,061.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 309.7 | +157.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.7 | -3.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 77.4 | -9.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 19.4 | +66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 203.2 | +104.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 4,461.0 | -1,219.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 406.4 | +38.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,774.0 | -1,575.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 280.6 | +318.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Glenwood Springs safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — a 22% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Glenwood Springs has 309.7. Glenwood Springs 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 Glenwood Springs, CO
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Glenwood Springs is a resort town famous for its hot springs, drawing visitors since the Ute people. Its population hovers around 10,000, with tourism a major economic driver. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 10,334, Glenwood Springs has a total crime rate of 4,770.7 per 100,000 residents.