Is Austin or Oregon City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Oregon City is safer than Austin (Safety Score 55/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,556 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 58% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oregon City has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 26.5x 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 | Oregon City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,555.9 | +2,153.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 231.1 | +236.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 48.4 | +19.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 16.1 | +69.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 166.6 | +140.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,324.8 | +1,917.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 115.6 | +329.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,080.3 | +1,117.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 129.0 | +469.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Oregon City safer?
Oregon City is safer with a total crime rate of 1,556 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 58% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Oregon City has 231.1. Oregon City 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 Oregon City, OR
Oregon City, the first incorporated city west of the Rocky Mountains, sits at the confluence of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers. Once the capital of the Oregon Territory, its population is around 38,000. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 37,213, Oregon City has a total crime rate of 1,555.9 per 100,000 residents.