Is Austin or Onalaska Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Onalaska is safer than Austin (Safety Score 32/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,329 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 37% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Onalaska has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 51.6x 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 | Onalaska | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,328.5 | +1,380.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 36.7 | +430.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 21.0 | +46.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 15.7 | +291.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,291.8 | +950.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 83.9 | +361.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,186.9 | +11.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 21.0 | +577.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Onalaska safer?
Onalaska is safer with a total crime rate of 2,329 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Onalaska has 36.7. Onalaska 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 Onalaska, WI
Onalaska, Wisconsin, nestled along the Black River, is a La Crosse suburb known as "The Sunfish Capital of the World." Its population of over 19,000 residents enjoys a mix of residential areas and commercial development. With a safety score of 32/100 and a population coverage of 19,068, Onalaska has a total crime rate of 2,328.5 per 100,000 residents.