Is Austin or Kenner Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Kenner is safer than Austin (Safety Score 17/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,177 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 14% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Kenner has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 15.8x 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 | Kenner | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,177.5 | +531.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 344.7 | +122.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.6 | -3.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 33.7 | +34.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 30.5 | +55.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 270.9 | +36.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,832.8 | +409.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 309.4 | +135.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,244.4 | -46.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 279.0 | +319.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Kenner safer?
Kenner is safer with a total crime rate of 3,177 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 14% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Kenner has 344.7. Kenner 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 Kenner, LA
Kenner, Louisiana, a city in Jefferson Parish, is home to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Situated on the Mississippi River's west bank, it was once a prominent sugar cane producing area. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 62,377, Kenner has a total crime rate of 3,177.5 per 100,000 residents.