Is Austin or Liberty Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Liberty is safer than Austin (Safety Score 47/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,775 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 52% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Liberty has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 31.8x 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 | Liberty | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,775.0 | +1,934.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 203.3 | +264.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 38.7 | +28.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 12.9 | +72.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 151.7 | +155.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,571.7 | +1,670.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 77.5 | +367.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,320.0 | +878.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 174.3 | +424.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Liberty safer?
Liberty is safer with a total crime rate of 1,775 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 52% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Liberty has 203.3. Liberty 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, MO
Liberty, a suburb north of Kansas City, is home to William Jewell College, founded in 1849. Its population is around 30,000, situated in Clay County. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 30,986, Liberty has a total crime rate of 1,775.0 per 100,000 residents.