Is Austin or Maple Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Maple Valley is safer than Austin (Safety Score 54/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,580 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 57% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Maple Valley has a 77% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 34.5x 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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Austin, TX
Maple Valley, WA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Maple Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,579.6 | +2,129.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 108.6 | +358.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.5 | +3.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 17.5 | +50.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 42.0 | +43.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 45.5 | +261.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,471.1 | +1,770.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 206.7 | +238.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 921.2 | +1,277.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 343.3 | +255.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Maple Valley safer?
Maple Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,580 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 57% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Maple Valley has 108.6. Maple Valley 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 Maple Valley, WA
Maple Valley, a King County community, was once home to numerous coal mines. Nestled among forests and lakes, its population has grown steadily, primarily attracting families. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 28,551, Maple Valley has a total crime rate of 1,579.6 per 100,000 residents.