Is Austin or Port Huron Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Port Huron is safer than Austin (Safety Score 37/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,106 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 43% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Port Huron has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 34.9x 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 | Port Huron | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,106.1 | +1,603.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 602.8 | -135.3 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 92.2 | -24.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 7.1 | +78.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 503.5 | -196.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,503.3 | +1,738.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 262.4 | +182.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,141.7 | +1,056.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 99.3 | +499.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Port Huron safer?
Port Huron is safer with a total crime rate of 2,106 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 43% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Port Huron has 602.8. 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 Port Huron, MI
Port Huron, Michigan, the "Maritime Capital of the Great Lakes," sits at the southern end of Lake Huron at the head of the St. Clair River, across from Sarnia, Ontario. It's the birthplace of Thomas Edison and a city with a significant aging population. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 28,204, Port Huron has a total crime rate of 2,106.1 per 100,000 residents.