Is Austin or Paris Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Paris is safer than Austin (Safety Score 45/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,853 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 50% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Paris has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 95.0x 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 | Paris | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,853.3 | +1,856.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 164.1 | +303.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 9.7 | +58.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 154.4 | +152.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,689.2 | +1,552.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 164.1 | +281.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,467.2 | +730.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 57.9 | +540.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Paris safer?
Paris is safer with a total crime rate of 1,853 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 50% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Paris has 164.1. Paris 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 Paris, TN
Paris, Tennessee, home to the World's Biggest Fish Fry, is a rural city in Henry County. Its economy has historical ties to agriculture and the Paris Landing State Park attracts visitors to Kentucky Lake. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 10,360, Paris has a total crime rate of 1,853.3 per 100,000 residents.