Is Austin or Liberty Lake Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Liberty Lake is safer than Austin (Safety Score 50/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,682 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 55% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Liberty Lake has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 72.6x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Liberty Lake | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,681.5 | +2,027.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 154.9 | +312.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 44.3 | +23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 14.8 | +70.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 95.9 | +211.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,526.7 | +1,715.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 236.0 | +209.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,187.4 | +1,010.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 103.3 | +495.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Liberty Lake safer?
Liberty Lake is safer with a total crime rate of 1,682 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Liberty Lake has 154.9. Liberty Lake 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 Liberty Lake, WA
Liberty Lake, Washington, a scenic suburb east of Spokane, was once a popular resort town for city dwellers. It sits near the Idaho border, boasting a median household income significantly higher than the state average. With a safety score of 50/100 and a population coverage of 13,559, Liberty Lake has a total crime rate of 1,681.5 per 100,000 residents.