Is Austin or Racine Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Racine is safer than Austin (Safety Score 56/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,498 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 60% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Racine has a 66% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 12.9x 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 | Racine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,497.8 | +2,211.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 385.6 | +81.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.3 | +1.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 78.7 | -11.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 61.7 | +23.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 237.4 | +69.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,112.2 | +2,129.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 200.7 | +244.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 722.7 | +1,475.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 188.9 | +409.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Racine safer?
Racine is safer with a total crime rate of 1,498 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 60% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Racine has 385.6. Racine 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 Racine, WI
Racine, settled at the mouth of the Root River on Lake Michigan, boasts a rich Danish heritage and is home to the SC Johnson Headquarters, a landmark designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Its population is around 77,000. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 76,243, Racine has a total crime rate of 1,497.8 per 100,000 residents.