Is Austin or Massena Village Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Massena Village is safer than Austin (Safety Score 33/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,304 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 38% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Massena Village has a 88% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 98.2x 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 | Massena Village | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,303.6 | +1,405.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 149.6 | +317.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 10.0 | -3.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.9 | +47.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.0 | +75.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 109.7 | +197.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,154.0 | +1,087.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 199.4 | +245.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,924.6 | +273.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 29.9 | +568.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Massena Village safer?
Massena Village is safer with a total crime rate of 2,304 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Massena Village has 149.6. Massena Village 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 Massena Village, NY
Massena Village, nestled along the St. Lawrence River, developed around hydropower from the Grasse River. This community in St. Lawrence County, near the Canadian border, has a population of around 9,000 residents. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 10,028, Massena Village has a total crime rate of 2,303.6 per 100,000 residents.