Is Austin or Merrimack Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Merrimack is safer than Austin (Safety Score 97/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 344 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 91% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Merrimack has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 33.2x 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 | Merrimack | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 344.0 | +3,365.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 0.0 | +467.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 0.0 | +307.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 344.0 | +2,897.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 13.5 | +431.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 313.7 | +1,884.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 16.9 | +581.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Merrimack safer?
Merrimack is safer with a total crime rate of 344 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 91% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Merrimack has 0.0. Merrimack 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 Merrimack, NH
Merrimack, a town bisected by the Merrimack River, was once home to the historic Reeds Ferry lumber industry. Today, it's a suburban community in Hillsborough County with a population of about 27,000. With a safety score of 97/100 and a population coverage of 29,650, Merrimack has a total crime rate of 344.0 per 100,000 residents.