Is Austin or Mount Prospect Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mount Prospect is safer than Austin (Safety Score 75/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 977 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 74% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Mount Prospect has a 85% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 18.4x 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 | Mount Prospect | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 977.2 | +2,732.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 89.7 | +377.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 1.9 | +4.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 24.3 | +43.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 13.1 | +72.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 50.5 | +256.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 887.5 | +2,354.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 203.7 | +241.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 596.0 | +1,602.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 87.8 | +510.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Mount Prospect safer?
Mount Prospect is safer with a total crime rate of 977 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Mount Prospect has 89.7. Mount Prospect 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 Mount Prospect, IL
Mount Prospect, a northwest Chicago suburb, grew significantly with the arrival of the Soo Line Railroad. This Cook County village is home to a diverse population of over 50,000 residents. With a safety score of 75/100 and a population coverage of 53,523, Mount Prospect has a total crime rate of 977.2 per 100,000 residents.