Is Austin or Naugatuck Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Naugatuck is safer than Austin (Safety Score 71/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,071 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 71% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Naugatuck has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 30.8x 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 | Naugatuck | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,071.1 | +2,638.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 50.1 | +417.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 25.1 | +42.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 6.3 | +79.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 18.8 | +288.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,021.0 | +2,220.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 50.1 | +395.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 795.5 | +1,402.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 175.4 | +423.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Naugatuck safer?
Naugatuck is safer with a total crime rate of 1,071 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 71% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Naugatuck has 50.1. Naugatuck 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 Naugatuck, CT
Naugatuck, a borough in New Haven County, sits along the Naugatuck River. Once a major rubber manufacturing hub, its industrial past shaped the diverse, working-class community that remains today. With a safety score of 71/100 and a population coverage of 31,930, Naugatuck has a total crime rate of 1,071.1 per 100,000 residents.