Is Austin or Morristown Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Morristown is safer than Austin (Safety Score 16/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,236 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 13% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Morristown has a 61% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 30.1x 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 | Morristown | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,236.4 | +473.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 765.5 | -298.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.1 | +3.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 45.9 | +21.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 33.7 | +51.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 682.8 | -375.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,470.9 | +771.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 251.1 | +194.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,953.5 | +244.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 266.4 | +332.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Morristown safer?
Morristown is safer with a total crime rate of 3,236 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Morristown has 765.5. 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 Morristown, TN
Morristown, Tennessee, a city in Hamblen County, sits in the picturesque Holston River Valley. Home to Carson-Newman University, a private liberal arts college, its population was around 30,000 in 2020. With a safety score of 16/100 and a population coverage of 32,660, Morristown has a total crime rate of 3,236.4 per 100,000 residents.