Is Austin or Independence Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Independence is safer than Austin (Safety Score 65/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,238 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 67% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Independence has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 95.3x 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 | Independence | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,238.3 | +2,471.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 280.6 | +186.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 29.0 | +38.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 251.5 | +55.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 957.7 | +2,284.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 212.8 | +232.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 667.5 | +1,530.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 77.4 | +521.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Independence safer?
Independence is safer with a total crime rate of 1,238 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 67% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Independence has 280.6. Independence 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 Independence, OR
Independence, Oregon, founded as a jumping-off point for prospectors, sits on the Willamette River. This small city in Polk County has a population of around 10,000 residents. With a safety score of 65/100 and a population coverage of 10,337, Independence has a total crime rate of 1,238.3 per 100,000 residents.