Is Austin or Oroville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Oroville (Safety Score 11/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,800 for Oroville — 23% lower. Austin has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oroville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 51.1x 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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Austin, TX
Oroville, CA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Oroville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,800.2 | -1,090.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 980.8 | -513.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 160.9 | -93.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 176.4 | -91.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 643.5 | -336.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,819.4 | -577.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 435.9 | +9.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,636.2 | -438.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 747.3 | -148.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Oroville safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,800 for Oroville — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Oroville has 980.8. Austin 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 Oroville, CA
Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, Oroville is home to Lake Oroville, a major state water source. This city, once a gold rush boomtown, serves as the county seat for Butte County. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 19,270, Oroville has a total crime rate of 4,800.2 per 100,000 residents.