Is Austin or Montgomery Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Montgomery is safer than Austin (Safety Score 73/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,027 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 72% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Montgomery has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 43.8x 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 | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,027.2 | +2,682.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 115.6 | +351.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 62.3 | +5.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.9 | +76.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 44.5 | +262.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 911.6 | +2,330.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 111.2 | +334.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 720.4 | +1,477.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 80.0 | +518.6 |
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 1,027 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Montgomery has 115.6. Montgomery 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, IL
Montgomery, a Kendall County village, grew from a Fox River ferry crossing. Its early economy centered on agricultural processing like grist and sawmills. Located southwest of Chicago, it's a growing suburban community. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 22,489, Montgomery has a total crime rate of 1,027.2 per 100,000 residents.