Is Austin or New Haven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than New Haven (Safety Score 11/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,123 for New Haven — 10% lower. Austin has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Austin has a 53% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 7.2x 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 Haven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,123.3 | -414.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 536.3 | -68.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 10.9 | -4.3 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 32.1 | +35.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 180.7 | -95.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 311.1 | -3.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,587.1 | -345.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 377.4 | +67.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,402.3 | -204.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 807.3 | -208.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or New Haven safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,123 for New Haven — a 10% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while New Haven has 536.3. 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 New Haven, CT
Home to Yale University since 1701, New Haven is a coastal city in south-central Connecticut. Its diverse population is roughly 135,000 residents. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 137,243, New Haven has a total crime rate of 4,123.3 per 100,000 residents.