Is Austin or Oak Forest Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Oak Forest is safer than Austin (Safety Score 91/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 527 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 86% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oak Forest has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 38.1x 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 | Oak Forest | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 526.7 | +3,182.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 89.1 | +378.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 7.8 | +59.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 23.2 | +62.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 58.1 | +249.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 437.6 | +2,804.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 127.8 | +317.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 271.1 | +1,927.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 38.7 | +559.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Oak Forest safer?
Oak Forest is safer with a total crime rate of 527 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 86% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Oak Forest has 89.1. Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest, IL
Oak Forest, a southwest suburb of Chicago, grew around the Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County established in 1910. Its residents are primarily white, with a notable Hispanic population. With a safety score of 91/100 and a population coverage of 25,823, Oak Forest has a total crime rate of 526.7 per 100,000 residents.