Is Austin or Haltom City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Haltom City is safer than Austin (Safety Score 38/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,075 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 44% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Haltom City has a 66% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 21.9x 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 | Haltom City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,075.1 | +1,634.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 275.2 | +192.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.2 | +4.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 35.5 | +32.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 35.5 | +49.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 202.0 | +105.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,799.9 | +1,442.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 304.1 | +141.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,262.8 | +935.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 233.0 | +365.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Haltom City safer?
Haltom City is safer with a total crime rate of 2,075 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 44% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Haltom City has 275.2. Haltom City 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 Haltom City, TX
Haltom City, a Tarrant County suburb, was named for its founder, a wealthy cattleman. This inner-ring community, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, is home to a diverse population of around 45,000 residents. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 45,059, Haltom City has a total crime rate of 2,075.1 per 100,000 residents.