Is Austin or Hickory Hills Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hickory Hills is safer than Austin (Safety Score 69/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,124 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 Hickory Hills has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 71.9x 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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Austin, TX
Hickory Hills, IL
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Hickory Hills | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,124.2 | +2,585.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 87.6 | +379.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 21.9 | +45.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 7.3 | +78.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 58.4 | +248.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,036.6 | +2,205.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 58.4 | +386.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 868.7 | +1,329.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 109.5 | +489.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hickory Hills safer?
Hickory Hills is safer with a total crime rate of 1,124 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 Hickory Hills has 87.6. Hickory Hills 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 Hickory Hills, IL
Hickory Hills, a southwestern suburb of Chicago, is known for its annual Hickory Hills Street Fair. This community, primarily residential, has a population of around 14,000. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 13,699, Hickory Hills has a total crime rate of 1,124.2 per 100,000 residents.