Is Austin or Owosso Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Owosso is safer than Austin (Safety Score 51/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,643 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 56% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Owosso has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 67.7x 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 | Owosso | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,643.4 | +2,066.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 570.7 | -103.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 110.0 | -42.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 13.8 | +71.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 440.1 | -132.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,072.7 | +2,169.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 206.3 | +238.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 811.4 | +1,386.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 55.0 | +543.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Owosso safer?
Owosso is safer with a total crime rate of 1,643 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 56% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Owosso has 570.7. 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 Owosso, MI
Owosso, a city of about 15,000 in Shiawassee County, sits along the Shiawassee River. It was once home to James Oliver Curwood, a renowned novelist and conservationist. With a safety score of 51/100 and a population coverage of 14,543, Owosso has a total crime rate of 1,643.4 per 100,000 residents.