Is Austin or Orange Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Orange is safer than Austin (Safety Score 12/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,547 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 4% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Orange has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 68.6x 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 | Orange | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,546.5 | +162.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 41.8 | +425.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 27.9 | +57.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 13.9 | +293.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,504.7 | -262.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 153.3 | +291.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,149.4 | -951.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 202.1 | +396.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Orange safer?
Orange is safer with a total crime rate of 3,547 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Orange has 41.8. Orange 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 Orange, CT
Orange, CT, a suburban town in New Haven County, is home to the historic Orange Country Fair. Situated west of New Haven, it boasts a population of over 14,000 residents. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 14,352, Orange has a total crime rate of 3,546.5 per 100,000 residents.