Is Austin or Hudson Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hudson is safer than Austin (Safety Score 64/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,258 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 66% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Hudson has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 38.4x 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 | Hudson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,258.2 | +2,451.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 74.0 | +393.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 11.7 | +56.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 19.5 | +65.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 42.9 | +264.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,184.2 | +2,057.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 97.4 | +347.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,028.4 | +1,169.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 58.4 | +540.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Hudson safer?
Hudson is safer with a total crime rate of 1,258 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 66% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Hudson has 74.0. Hudson 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 Hudson, NH
Hudson, New Hampshire, once part of Nottingham and then Londonderry, is a town of over 25,000 residents in Hillsborough County. It lies along the Merrimack River, directly across from Nashua. With a safety score of 64/100 and a population coverage of 25,672, Hudson has a total crime rate of 1,258.2 per 100,000 residents.