Is Austin or Oshkosh Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Oshkosh is safer than Austin (Safety Score 50/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,685 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 55% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Oshkosh has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 14.9x 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 | Oshkosh | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,685.0 | +2,024.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 233.4 | +234.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 6.1 | +0.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 34.9 | +32.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 15.2 | +70.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 175.8 | +131.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,451.7 | +1,790.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 153.0 | +292.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,222.8 | +975.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 75.8 | +522.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Oshkosh safer?
Oshkosh is safer with a total crime rate of 1,685 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Oshkosh has 233.4. Oshkosh 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 Oshkosh, WI
Oshkosh, a city of 66,000 in eastern Wisconsin, sits along Lake Winnebago. It's known for the EAA AirVenture, an annual aviation celebration. With a safety score of 50/100 and a population coverage of 65,994, Oshkosh has a total crime rate of 1,685.0 per 100,000 residents.