Is Austin or Grand Rapids Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Grand Rapids is safer than Austin (Safety Score 69/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,121 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 70% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Grand Rapids has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 86.9x 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 | Grand Rapids | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,120.6 | +2,588.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 88.2 | +379.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 8.8 | +58.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 79.4 | +227.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,032.4 | +2,209.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 17.7 | +427.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,014.7 | +1,183.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 0.0 | +598.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Grand Rapids safer?
Grand Rapids is safer with a total crime rate of 1,121 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Grand Rapids has 88.2. Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids, MN
Grand Rapids, Minnesota, a city of 11,000 in Itasca County, is home to the Forest History Center. Known as the birthplace of Judy Garland, it sits on the Mississippi River, surrounded by lakes and forests. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 11,333, Grand Rapids has a total crime rate of 1,120.6 per 100,000 residents.