Is Austin or Northfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Northfield is safer than Austin (Safety Score 56/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,502 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 59% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Northfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 46.7x 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 | Northfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,502.4 | +2,206.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 151.7 | +315.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 33.2 | +34.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 118.5 | +188.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,350.8 | +1,891.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 104.3 | +340.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,237.0 | +961.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 9.5 | +589.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Northfield safer?
Northfield is safer with a total crime rate of 1,502 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Northfield has 151.7. Northfield 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 Northfield, MN
Nestled on the Cannon River, Northfield is a historic college town home to Carleton and St. Olaf colleges. Its population of around 20,000 is largely composed of academics and their families. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 21,099, Northfield has a total crime rate of 1,502.4 per 100,000 residents.