Is Austin or Keene Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Keene is safer than Austin (Safety Score 31/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,352 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 37% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Keene has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 43.0x 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 | Keene | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,352.0 | +1,357.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 179.2 | +288.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 83.1 | -15.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 26.2 | +59.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 70.0 | +237.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,172.8 | +1,069.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 87.4 | +357.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,993.5 | +204.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 91.8 | +506.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Keene safer?
Keene is safer with a total crime rate of 2,352 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Keene has 179.2. Keene 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 Keene, NH
Keene, NH, a Monadnock Region city, is known for its annual Pumpkin Festival. Its population of roughly 23,000 residents is primarily of European descent. With a safety score of 31/100 and a population coverage of 22,874, Keene has a total crime rate of 2,352.0 per 100,000 residents.