Is Austin or Millington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Millington (Safety Score 11/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,404 for Millington — 16% lower. Austin has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Millington has a 60% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 83.5x 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 | Millington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,403.9 | -694.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 602.5 | -135.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 8.5 | -1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 33.9 | +33.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 33.9 | +51.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 526.1 | -218.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,801.4 | -559.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 466.7 | -21.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,757.7 | -559.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 577.0 | +21.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Millington safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,404 for Millington — a 16% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Millington has 602.5. Austin 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 Millington, TN
Millington, once home to Naval Air Station Memphis, is a suburban community north of Memphis. Situated in Shelby County, its population is around 10,000. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 11,785, Millington has a total crime rate of 4,403.9 per 100,000 residents.