Is Austin or Goldsboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Goldsboro (Safety Score 11/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 6,940 for Goldsboro — 47% lower. Austin has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 85% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 29.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Austin — 5-Year Trend
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Goldsboro — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
Goldsboro, NC
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Goldsboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 6,940.0 | -3,230.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 1,076.4 | -608.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 44.9 | -38.3 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.9 | +37.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 182.4 | -97.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 819.3 | -512.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 5,863.5 | -2,621.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 980.7 | -535.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 4,559.9 | -2,361.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 322.9 | +275.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Goldsboro safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 6,940 for Goldsboro — a 47% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Goldsboro has 1,076.4. 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 Goldsboro, NC
Goldsboro, NC, a city in Wayne County, is home to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Historically, it was a significant railway hub in eastern North Carolina. Its population is around 35,000. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 33,444, Goldsboro has a total crime rate of 6,940.0 per 100,000 residents.