Is Austin or New Albany Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New Albany is safer than Austin (Safety Score 64/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,261 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 66% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New Albany has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 86.2x 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 | New Albany | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,260.6 | +2,448.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 96.3 | +371.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 8.8 | +58.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.8 | +76.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 78.8 | +228.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,164.3 | +2,077.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 87.5 | +357.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 989.2 | +1,208.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 87.5 | +511.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or New Albany safer?
New Albany is safer with a total crime rate of 1,261 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 66% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while New Albany has 96.3. New Albany 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 New Albany, OH
New Albany, a planned community northeast of Columbus, is known for its distinctive white fences. This affluent suburb in Licking County boasts a median household income significantly above the state average. With a safety score of 64/100 and a population coverage of 11,423, New Albany has a total crime rate of 1,260.6 per 100,000 residents.