Is Austin or Rantoul Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Rantoul is safer than Austin (Safety Score 32/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,324 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 37% lower. Austin has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Rantoul has a 45% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 83.2x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Rantoul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,323.6 | +1,385.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 549.2 | -81.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 8.5 | -1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 67.6 | +0.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 76.1 | +9.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 397.1 | -89.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,774.4 | +1,467.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 566.1 | -121.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,073.1 | +1,125.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 135.2 | +463.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Rantoul safer?
Rantoul is safer with a total crime rate of 2,324 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Rantoul has 549.2. 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 Rantoul, IL
Rantoul, a village in Champaign County, was once home to Chanute Air Force Base. This community of around 13,000 residents is located in Central Illinois' agricultural heartland. With a safety score of 32/100 and a population coverage of 11,835, Rantoul has a total crime rate of 2,323.6 per 100,000 residents.