Is Austin or Madison Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Madison is safer than Austin (Safety Score 94/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 445 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 88% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Madison has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 35.1x 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 | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 445.4 | +3,264.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 57.0 | +410.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 7.1 | -0.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 3.6 | +64.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 46.3 | +260.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 388.4 | +2,853.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 14.3 | +430.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 370.6 | +1,827.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 3.6 | +595.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Madison safer?
Madison is safer with a total crime rate of 445 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 88% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Madison has 57.0. Madison 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 Madison, MS
Madison, Mississippi, a growing suburb of Jackson, is known for its affluent communities and the Natchez Trace Parkway running through it. The city's demographic profile includes a high percentage of families and a median household income well above the state average. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 28,064, Madison has a total crime rate of 445.4 per 100,000 residents.