Moving from Austin, TX to Jacksonville, TX?
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Is Austin, TX or Jacksonville, TX Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Jacksonville, TX is safer than Austin, TX (Safety Score 33/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,295 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin, TX — 38% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Jacksonville has a 68% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 67.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Austin, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Jacksonville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,295.2 | +1,414.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 405.4 | +62.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 13.7 | -7.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 68.7 | -1.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 27.5 | +57.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 295.5 | +11.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,889.8 | +1,352.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 323.0 | +122.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,456.8 | +741.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 110.0 | +488.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Jacksonville, TX?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Jacksonville safer?
Jacksonville, TX is safer with a total crime rate of 2,295 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin, TX — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Jacksonville has 405.4. Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville, TX
Jacksonville, Texas, a city in Cherokee County, is known for its historic tomato industry, once dubbed the "Tomato Capital of the World." Situated in East Texas, its population is approximately 14,000 residents. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 14,552, Jacksonville has a total crime rate of 2,295.2 per 100,000 residents.