Is Austin or Kennewick Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Kennewick (Safety Score 11/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 3,828 for Kennewick — 3% lower. Austin has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Kennewick has a 47% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 11.5x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Kennewick | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,828.0 | -118.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 367.0 | +100.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.5 | +3.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 51.4 | +16.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 84.2 | +1.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 227.9 | +79.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,461.0 | -219.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 354.2 | +91.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,435.9 | -237.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 670.9 | -72.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Kennewick safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 3,828 for Kennewick — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Kennewick has 367.0. Kennewick 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 Kennewick, WA
Kennewick, a city in Benton County, Washington, is a growing community at the confluence of the Yakima, Snake, and Columbia Rivers. It's known as one of the Tri-Cities, and was home to the ancient "Kennewick Man" discovery. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 85,553, Kennewick has a total crime rate of 3,828.0 per 100,000 residents.