Is Austin or Mebane Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mebane is safer than Austin (Safety Score 12/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,518 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 5% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mebane has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 47.1x 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 | Mebane | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,518.2 | +191.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 305.9 | +161.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.1 | +48.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 33.5 | +52.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 253.4 | +53.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,212.2 | +29.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 181.6 | +263.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,853.7 | -655.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 176.9 | +421.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Mebane safer?
Mebane is safer with a total crime rate of 3,518 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 5% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Mebane has 305.9. Mebane 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 Mebane, NC
Mebane, "Possum Town," is a growing city straddling Alamance and Orange counties. Once a railroad stop, it's now a bedroom community for nearby universities, experiencing a population boom. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 20,920, Mebane has a total crime rate of 3,518.2 per 100,000 residents.