Is Austin or Montgomery Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Montgomery is safer than Austin (Safety Score 22/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,830 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 24% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 63% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 5.1x 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 | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,829.7 | +879.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 594.7 | -127.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 18.1 | -11.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 6.2 | +61.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 191.5 | -106.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 378.9 | -71.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,235.1 | +1,006.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 527.0 | -81.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,341.1 | +857.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 367.0 | +231.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Montgomery safer?
Montgomery is safer with a total crime rate of 2,830 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 24% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Montgomery has 594.7. 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 Montgomery, AL
Montgomery, Alabama, the state capital and "First Capital of the Confederacy," sits along the Alabama River. Its population is approximately 200,000, with a significant African American community. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 193,728, Montgomery has a total crime rate of 2,829.7 per 100,000 residents.