Is Austin or Harvey Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Harvey is safer than Austin (Safety Score 35/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,217 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 40% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Austin has a 58% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 51.5x 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 | Harvey | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,217.5 | +1,491.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 706.0 | -238.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.2 | +1.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 78.5 | -10.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 204.0 | -118.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 418.4 | -111.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,511.4 | +1,730.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 282.4 | +162.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 674.7 | +1,523.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 554.4 | +44.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Harvey safer?
Harvey is safer with a total crime rate of 2,217 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Harvey has 706.0. 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 Harvey, IL
Harvey, a southern suburb of Chicago, was once a thriving industrial hub home to the Buda Company. Today, its diverse population lives along the Metra Electric Line, reflecting the city's blue-collar heritage. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 19,121, Harvey has a total crime rate of 2,217.5 per 100,000 residents.