Is Austin or Goodyear Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Goodyear is safer than Austin (Safety Score 51/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,645 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 56% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Goodyear has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 8.4x 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 | Goodyear | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,645.1 | +2,064.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 182.2 | +285.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 14.5 | +53.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 12.8 | +72.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 154.8 | +152.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,462.9 | +1,779.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 138.6 | +306.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,165.2 | +1,032.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 159.1 | +439.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Goodyear safer?
Goodyear is safer with a total crime rate of 1,645 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 56% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Goodyear has 182.2. Goodyear 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 Goodyear, AZ
Goodyear, Arizona, a rapidly growing suburb west of Phoenix, was founded in 1917 by the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. This Maricopa County city, home to Estrella Mountain Regional Park, has seen its population boom in recent decades. With a safety score of 51/100 and a population coverage of 116,892, Goodyear has a total crime rate of 1,645.1 per 100,000 residents.