Is Austin or Horizon City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Horizon City is safer than Austin (Safety Score 83/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 741 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 80% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Horizon City has a 95% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 39.9x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Horizon City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 740.8 | +2,968.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 85.0 | +382.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.1 | +2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 8.1 | +59.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 4.1 | +81.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 68.8 | +238.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 655.8 | +2,586.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 36.4 | +408.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 542.4 | +1,655.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 76.9 | +521.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Horizon City safer?
Horizon City is safer with a total crime rate of 741 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 80% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Horizon City has 85.0. Horizon City 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 Horizon City, TX
Horizon City, Texas, located just east of El Paso, began as a planned community in the 1960s, designed around a golf course. This rapidly growing city in El Paso County is primarily residential, with a significant Hispanic population. With a safety score of 83/100 and a population coverage of 24,703, Horizon City has a total crime rate of 740.8 per 100,000 residents.