Moving from Austin, TX to Lexington, KY?
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Is Austin, TX or Lexington, KY Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lexington, KY is safer than Austin, TX (Safety Score 28/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,536 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin, TX — 32% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Lexington has a 44% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 3.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Austin, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,536.4 | +1,173.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 262.0 | +205.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.0 | +1.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 51.7 | +16.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 79.5 | +5.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 125.9 | +181.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,274.4 | +967.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 264.8 | +180.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,728.4 | +469.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 281.2 | +317.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Lexington, KY?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Lexington safer?
Lexington, KY is safer with a total crime rate of 2,536 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin, TX — a 32% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Lexington has 262.0. Lexington 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.