Is Austin or Kirksville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Kirksville 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 robbery, where Kirksville has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 56.4x 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 | Kirksville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,352.3 | +1,357.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 417.8 | +49.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.7 | +0.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 57.2 | +10.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 17.2 | +68.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 337.7 | -30.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,934.5 | +1,307.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 257.6 | +187.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,568.2 | +629.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 108.8 | +489.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Kirksville safer?
Kirksville 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 Kirksville has 417.8. Kirksville 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 Kirksville, MO
Kirksville, Missouri, a city in northeast Missouri, is home to A.T. Still University, the world's first osteopathic medical school. Its population of around 17,000 includes a significant student body. With a safety score of 31/100 and a population coverage of 17,472, Kirksville has a total crime rate of 2,352.3 per 100,000 residents.