Is Austin or Liberal Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Liberal is safer than Austin (Safety Score 60/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,397 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 62% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Liberal has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 52.5x 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 | Liberal | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,396.6 | +2,312.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 255.9 | +211.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 5.3 | +62.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 26.7 | +58.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 223.9 | +83.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,140.7 | +2,101.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 191.9 | +253.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 874.2 | +1,323.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 74.6 | +524.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Liberal safer?
Liberal is safer with a total crime rate of 1,397 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 62% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Liberal has 255.9. Liberal 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 Liberal, KS
Liberal, Kansas, named by railroad workers, sits in Seward County near the Oklahoma border. This agricultural hub is home to the annual Five State Motorcycle Run. Its population is approximately 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 18,760, Liberal has a total crime rate of 1,396.6 per 100,000 residents.