Is Austin or Johnstown Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Johnstown is safer than Austin (Safety Score 16/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,234 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 13% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Johnstown has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 48.5x 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 | Johnstown | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,234.1 | +475.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 177.5 | +290.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 24.7 | +43.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 24.7 | +60.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 128.2 | +179.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,056.6 | +185.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 128.2 | +317.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,790.4 | -592.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 138.0 | +460.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Johnstown safer?
Johnstown is safer with a total crime rate of 3,234 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Johnstown has 177.5. Johnstown 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 Johnstown, CO
Johnstown, a Weld County town, sits near I-25. Originally a farming community, it's experiencing rapid growth and suburbanization. With a safety score of 16/100 and a population coverage of 20,284, Johnstown has a total crime rate of 3,234.1 per 100,000 residents.