Is Austin or Lebanon Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lebanon is safer than Austin (Safety Score 67/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,205 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 68% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Lebanon has a 89% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 44.8x 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 | Lebanon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,205.4 | +2,504.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 118.3 | +349.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.1 | -2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 18.2 | +49.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 9.1 | +76.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 81.9 | +225.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,087.1 | +2,154.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 59.1 | +386.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 909.7 | +1,288.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 118.3 | +480.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Lebanon safer?
Lebanon is safer with a total crime rate of 1,205 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 68% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Lebanon has 118.3. Lebanon 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 Lebanon, OH
Lebanon, Ohio, the "Red Brick Road to History," is a city of around 20,000 residents in Warren County. It's known for its historic downtown and as the home of the Golden Lamb Inn, Ohio's longest-operating business. With a safety score of 67/100 and a population coverage of 21,985, Lebanon has a total crime rate of 1,205.4 per 100,000 residents.