Is Austin or Mcminnville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mcminnville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 51/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,655 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 Mcminnville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 28.6x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Mcminnville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,654.9 | +2,054.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 226.5 | +241.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 34.8 | +32.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 26.1 | +59.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 165.5 | +141.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,428.5 | +1,813.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 151.0 | +294.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,167.2 | +1,031.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 110.3 | +488.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Mcminnville safer?
Mcminnville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,655 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 Mcminnville has 226.5. Mcminnville 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 Mcminnville, OR
McMinnville, Oregon, a city of 34,000 residents in the heart of the Willamette Valley, is known for its aviation history, including the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. Situated among fertile farmlands and vineyards, it serves as the county seat of Yamhill County. With a safety score of 51/100 and a population coverage of 34,443, Mcminnville has a total crime rate of 1,654.9 per 100,000 residents.