Is Austin or Moultrie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Moultrie (Safety Score 11/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 6,070 for Moultrie — 39% lower. Austin has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Austin has a 60% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 67.7x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Moultrie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 6,070.4 | -2,361.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 1,161.8 | -694.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 13.8 | -7.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 55.0 | +12.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 123.8 | -38.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 969.3 | -662.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 4,908.6 | -1,666.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 639.4 | -194.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,980.5 | -1,782.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 288.7 | +309.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Moultrie safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 6,070 for Moultrie — a 39% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Moultrie has 1,161.8. 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 Moultrie, GA
Moultrie, a South Georgia city, is the seat of Colquitt County. Known for its agricultural roots and the annual "Sunbelt Ag Expo," it lies in the Coastal Plain region. Its population is approximately 14,000 residents. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 14,546, Moultrie has a total crime rate of 6,070.4 per 100,000 residents.