Is Austin or Miamisburg Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Miamisburg is safer than Austin (Safety Score 52/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,618 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 56% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Miamisburg has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 49.8x 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 | Miamisburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,617.7 | +2,091.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 146.6 | +320.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 15.2 | +52.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 35.4 | +50.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 96.1 | +211.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,471.1 | +1,770.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 171.9 | +273.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,026.2 | +1,171.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 273.0 | +325.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Miamisburg safer?
Miamisburg is safer with a total crime rate of 1,618 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 56% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Miamisburg has 146.6. Miamisburg 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 Miamisburg, OH
Miamisburg, Ohio is a city in Montgomery County known for its Mound, a large conical Adena burial mound. Situated along the Miami River, it's part of the Dayton metropolitan area. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 19,781, Miamisburg has a total crime rate of 1,617.7 per 100,000 residents.