Is Austin or Nampa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Nampa is safer than Austin (Safety Score 70/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,097 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 70% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Nampa has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 8.3x 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 | Nampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,097.1 | +2,612.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 354.8 | +112.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.5 | +4.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 77.3 | -9.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 15.1 | +70.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 258.1 | +49.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 742.3 | +2,499.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 151.3 | +293.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 508.6 | +1,689.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 82.4 | +516.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Nampa safer?
Nampa is safer with a total crime rate of 1,097 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Nampa has 354.8. Nampa 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 Nampa, ID
Nampa, once a pivotal railway town, is now Idaho's third-largest city, situated in the agriculturally rich Treasure Valley. Its population of over 100,000 residents enjoys proximity to the Boise River and the majestic Owyhee Mountains. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 118,950, Nampa has a total crime rate of 1,097.1 per 100,000 residents.