Is Austin or North Little Rock Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than North Little Rock (Safety Score 11/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 5,494 for North Little Rock — 32% lower. Austin has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 15.3x 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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North Little Rock — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
North Little Rock, AR
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | North Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 5,494.1 | -1,784.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 1,181.6 | -714.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 29.5 | -22.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 40.3 | +27.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 181.4 | -96.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 928.9 | -621.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 4,312.5 | -1,070.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 601.7 | -156.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,189.8 | -991.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 521.0 | +77.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or North Little Rock safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 5,494 for North Little Rock — a 32% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while North Little Rock has 1,181.6. 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 North Little Rock, AR
North Little Rock, Arkansas, separated from Little Rock by the Arkansas River, boasts a rich railroad history, including the Argenta Historic District. This city of over 60,000 residents lies primarily in Pulaski County. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 64,487, North Little Rock has a total crime rate of 5,494.1 per 100,000 residents.