Is Austin or Melvindale Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Melvindale is safer than Austin (Safety Score 57/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,467 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 60% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Melvindale has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 80.3x 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
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Melvindale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,467.4 | +2,242.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 301.6 | +165.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 16.3 | -9.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 32.6 | +35.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 32.6 | +52.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 220.1 | +87.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,165.7 | +2,076.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 203.8 | +241.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 709.2 | +1,488.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 252.7 | +345.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Melvindale safer?
Melvindale is safer with a total crime rate of 1,467 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 60% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Melvindale has 301.6. Melvindale 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 Melvindale, MI
Melvindale, a Downriver community, was once home to a large Ford stamping plant. Situated just southwest of Detroit, it's a small, densely populated city with a strong working-class heritage. With a safety score of 57/100 and a population coverage of 12,267, Melvindale has a total crime rate of 1,467.4 per 100,000 residents.