Is Austin or North Smithfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, North Smithfield is safer than Austin (Safety Score 67/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 68% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Smithfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 76.9x 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 | North Smithfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,195.7 | +2,513.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 62.5 | +405.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 7.8 | +59.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 7.8 | +77.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 46.9 | +260.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,133.2 | +2,108.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 31.3 | +413.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,047.2 | +1,150.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 54.7 | +543.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or North Smithfield safer?
North Smithfield is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 68% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while North Smithfield has 62.5. North Smithfield 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 Smithfield, RI
North Smithfield is a rural town in northern Rhode Island, bordering Massachusetts. Historically a mill town, it retains a quiet, residential character with a population of around 16,000. Much of its land is wooded, including portions of the George Washington Management Area. With a safety score of 67/100 and a population coverage of 12,796, North Smithfield has a total crime rate of 1,195.7 per 100,000 residents.