Is Austin or Goodlettsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Goodlettsville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 73/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,022 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 72% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Goodlettsville has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 56.9x 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 | Goodlettsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,022.4 | +2,687.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 127.1 | +340.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.8 | +0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 11.6 | +56.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 17.3 | +68.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 92.4 | +214.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 895.3 | +2,346.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 138.6 | +306.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 554.5 | +1,643.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 202.2 | +396.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Goodlettsville safer?
Goodlettsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,022 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Goodlettsville has 127.1. Goodlettsville 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 Goodlettsville, TN
Goodlettsville, TN, a suburb north of Nashville, is home to the Historic Mansker's Station. This city, bisected by I-65, has a population of over 18,000. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 17,312, Goodlettsville has a total crime rate of 1,022.4 per 100,000 residents.