Is Austin or Hawthorne Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hawthorne is safer than Austin (Safety Score 16/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,193 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 14% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Austin has a 62% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 12.0x 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 | Hawthorne | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,192.5 | +516.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 727.4 | -259.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.8 | -3.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 37.8 | +29.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 223.3 | -137.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 456.4 | -149.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,465.2 | +776.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 291.7 | +153.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,385.1 | +813.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 788.4 | -189.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hawthorne safer?
Hawthorne is safer with a total crime rate of 3,193 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 14% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Hawthorne has 727.4. 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 Hawthorne, CA
Hawthorne, California, a city in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County, was once home to The Beach Boys. This diverse community, with a significant Hispanic population, spans approximately 6 square miles. With a safety score of 16/100 and a population coverage of 81,941, Hawthorne has a total crime rate of 3,192.5 per 100,000 residents.