Is Austin or Newburyport Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Newburyport is safer than Austin (Safety Score 94/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 442 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 88% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Newburyport has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 51.2x 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 | Newburyport | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 442.0 | +3,267.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 46.8 | +420.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 20.8 | +46.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 26.0 | +281.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 395.2 | +2,846.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 20.8 | +424.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 348.4 | +1,849.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 26.0 | +572.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Newburyport safer?
Newburyport is safer with a total crime rate of 442 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 88% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Newburyport has 46.8. Newburyport 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 Newburyport, MA
Newburyport, a historic coastal city in Essex County, was a major shipbuilding center. Its downtown features Federal-style architecture and a bustling waterfront on the Merrimack River. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 19,232, Newburyport has a total crime rate of 442.0 per 100,000 residents.