Is Austin or Jonesboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Jonesboro (Safety Score 11/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 3,765 for Jonesboro — 1% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Austin has a 35% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 12.1x 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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Jonesboro — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
Jonesboro, AR
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Jonesboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,764.7 | -55.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 720.0 | -252.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.2 | +0.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 103.4 | -35.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 61.5 | +23.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 548.9 | -241.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,044.7 | +197.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 929.2 | -484.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,892.8 | +305.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 222.8 | +375.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Jonesboro safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 3,765 for Jonesboro — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Jonesboro has 720.0. Austin 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 Jonesboro, AR
Jonesboro, a regional hub in Northeast Arkansas, sits at the intersection of the Ozark Foothills and the Mississippi Alluvial Plain. Home to Arkansas State University, it blends agricultural heritage with a growing urban landscape. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 81,256, Jonesboro has a total crime rate of 3,764.7 per 100,000 residents.