Is Austin or Kerrville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Kerrville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 84/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 732 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 80% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Kerrville has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 39.2x 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 | Kerrville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 732.2 | +2,977.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 151.2 | +316.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.0 | +2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 27.9 | +39.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.0 | +77.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 107.4 | +199.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 581.0 | +2,660.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 71.6 | +373.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 453.6 | +1,744.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 55.7 | +542.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Kerrville safer?
Kerrville is safer with a total crime rate of 732 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 80% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Kerrville has 151.2. Kerrville 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 Kerrville, TX
Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, Kerrville is a small city known for its scenic Guadalupe River and as home to the Kerrville Folk Festival. The population is around 24,000, with a significant retiree community. With a safety score of 84/100 and a population coverage of 25,131, Kerrville has a total crime rate of 732.2 per 100,000 residents.