Is Austin or Hopkinsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hopkinsville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 20/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,958 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 20% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Hopkinsville has a 23% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 32.1x 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
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Hopkinsville — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
Hopkinsville, KY
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Hopkinsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,958.2 | +751.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 452.9 | +14.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.5 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 65.2 | +2.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 74.9 | +10.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 299.7 | +7.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,505.4 | +736.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 511.5 | -66.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,801.7 | +396.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 192.2 | +406.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hopkinsville safer?
Hopkinsville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,958 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Hopkinsville has 452.9. Hopkinsville 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 Hopkinsville, KY
Hopkinsville, Kentucky, home to the annual Little Green Men Festival, is a city of around 30,000 residents in Christian County, near the Tennessee border. It's a regional hub for agriculture and manufacturing. With a safety score of 20/100 and a population coverage of 30,694, Hopkinsville has a total crime rate of 2,958.2 per 100,000 residents.