Is Austin or Newton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Newton is safer than Austin (Safety Score 33/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,287 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 38% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Newton has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 54.3x 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 | Newton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,286.9 | +1,422.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 617.2 | -149.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 77.2 | -9.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 77.2 | +8.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 462.9 | -155.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,669.7 | +1,572.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 303.1 | +142.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,201.3 | +996.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 165.3 | +433.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Newton safer?
Newton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,287 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Newton has 617.2. 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 Newton, KS
Newton, Kansas, the "Railroad Capital of Kansas," began as a wild cowtown on the Santa Fe Trail. Located in Harvey County, it's a small city with a population just under 20,000. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 18,147, Newton has a total crime rate of 2,286.9 per 100,000 residents.