Is Austin or Reading Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Reading is safer than Austin (Safety Score 33/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,285 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 38% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Reading has a 79% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 88.6x 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 | Reading | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,284.6 | +1,424.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 152.9 | +314.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.0 | -2.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 18.0 | +49.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 18.0 | +67.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 107.9 | +199.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,131.7 | +1,110.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 224.9 | +220.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,726.9 | +471.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 179.9 | +418.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Reading safer?
Reading is safer with a total crime rate of 2,285 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Reading has 152.9. Reading 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 Reading, OH
Reading, Ohio, a suburb north of Cincinnati, is known for its annual SummerFest celebration. This Hamilton County community has a population of over 10,000 residents. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 11,118, Reading has a total crime rate of 2,284.6 per 100,000 residents.