Is Austin or Oregon Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Oregon (Safety Score 11/100 vs 6/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,399 for Oregon — 16% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Oregon has a 88% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 50.1x 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 | Oregon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,399.4 | -690.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 193.5 | +274.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.1 | +1.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 35.6 | +32.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.2 | +75.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 142.6 | +164.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 4,205.9 | -964.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 188.4 | +256.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,920.8 | -1,722.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 96.8 | +501.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Oregon safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,399 for Oregon — a 16% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Oregon has 193.5. Oregon 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, OH
Oregon, Ohio, a suburb of Toledo, is known for Pearson Metropark, a popular recreational area. This Lucas County community is home to a diverse population of around 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 6/100 and a population coverage of 19,639, Oregon has a total crime rate of 4,399.4 per 100,000 residents.