Is Austin or Lexington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lexington is safer than Austin (Safety Score 96/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 387 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 90% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lexington has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 28.7x 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 | Lexington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 387.2 | +3,322.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 52.4 | +415.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 8.7 | +58.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 2.9 | +82.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 40.8 | +266.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 334.8 | +2,907.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 52.4 | +392.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 273.7 | +1,924.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 8.7 | +589.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Lexington safer?
Lexington is safer with a total crime rate of 387 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 90% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Lexington has 52.4. 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.
About Lexington, MA
Lexington, MA, a town of approximately 34,000 residents, is famously where the first shots of the American Revolutionary War were fired. Located in Middlesex County, it's a affluent suburban community northwest of Boston. With a safety score of 96/100 and a population coverage of 34,350, Lexington has a total crime rate of 387.2 per 100,000 residents.