Is Austin or Monument Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Monument is safer than Austin (Safety Score 41/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,984 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 47% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Monument has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 77.5x 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 | Monument | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,984.1 | +1,725.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 141.7 | +325.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 15.8 | +51.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 23.6 | +61.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 102.4 | +204.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,842.4 | +1,399.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 212.6 | +232.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,440.8 | +757.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 189.0 | +409.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Monument safer?
Monument is safer with a total crime rate of 1,984 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 47% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Monument has 141.7. Monument 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 Monument, CO
Monument, Colorado is a small town nestled at the base of the Rampart Range in El Paso County. Historically, it was a stop on the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad. Its elevation is over 7,000 feet. With a safety score of 41/100 and a population coverage of 12,701, Monument has a total crime rate of 1,984.1 per 100,000 residents.