Is Austin or Laramie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Laramie is safer than Austin (Safety Score 63/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,293 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 65% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Laramie has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 30.4x 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 | Laramie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,293.2 | +2,416.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 129.6 | +337.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 46.3 | +21.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 83.3 | +223.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,163.6 | +2,078.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 185.2 | +260.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 916.7 | +1,281.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 61.7 | +536.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Laramie safer?
Laramie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,293 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 65% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Laramie has 129.6. Laramie 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 Laramie, WY
Laramie, Wyoming, a city founded with the Union Pacific Railroad, sits at 7,165 feet in the Laramie Valley. Home to the University of Wyoming, its population is around 32,000. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 32,400, Laramie has a total crime rate of 1,293.2 per 100,000 residents.