Is Austin or Ithaca Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Ithaca is safer than Austin (Safety Score 14/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,412 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 8% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Ithaca has a 58% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 29.3x 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 | Ithaca | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,412.0 | +297.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 196.2 | +271.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.0 | +3.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 17.8 | +49.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 47.6 | +37.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 127.8 | +179.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,215.8 | +26.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 329.9 | +115.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,838.4 | -640.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 47.6 | +551.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Ithaca safer?
Ithaca is safer with a total crime rate of 3,412 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Ithaca has 196.2. Ithaca 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 Ithaca, NY
Ithaca, home to Cornell University, is a city nestled in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York. Its dramatic gorges and waterfalls are a defining geographic feature, and its population is relatively young due to the presence of two colleges. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 33,646, Ithaca has a total crime rate of 3,412.0 per 100,000 residents.