Is Austin or Hobart-Lawrence Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hobart-Lawrence is safer than Austin (Safety Score 98/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 272 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 93% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Hobart-Lawrence has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 54.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Austin — 5-Year Trend
Violent
Property
Total
Hobart-Lawrence — 5-Year Trend
Violent
Property
Total
Austin, TX
Hobart-Lawrence, WI
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Hobart-Lawrence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 271.7 | +3,437.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 44.4 | +423.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 33.3 | +34.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 11.1 | +296.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 227.3 | +3,014.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 22.2 | +423.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 177.4 | +2,020.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 27.7 | +570.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hobart-Lawrence safer?
Hobart-Lawrence is safer with a total crime rate of 272 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 93% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Hobart-Lawrence has 44.4. Hobart-Lawrence 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 Hobart-Lawrence, WI
Hobart-Lawrence, Wisconsin, a suburban area bordering Green Bay, developed around farming and the Fox River. It's home to a diverse population, with a notable presence of Oneida Nation members. With a safety score of 98/100 and a population coverage of 18,035, Hobart-Lawrence has a total crime rate of 271.7 per 100,000 residents.