Is Austin or Reedsburg Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Reedsburg is safer than Austin (Safety Score 40/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,011 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 46% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Reedsburg has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 96.1x 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 | Reedsburg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,011.1 | +1,698.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 126.9 | +340.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.5 | +48.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 107.4 | +199.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,884.2 | +1,357.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 39.1 | +406.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,806.1 | +392.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 39.1 | +559.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Reedsburg safer?
Reedsburg is safer with a total crime rate of 2,011 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 46% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Reedsburg has 126.9. Reedsburg 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 Reedsburg, WI
Reedsburg, a Sauk County city in south-central Wisconsin, is known as "Butter Capital of the World" due to its historic dairy industry. Located along the Baraboo River, it's home to roughly 9,000 residents. With a safety score of 40/100 and a population coverage of 10,243, Reedsburg has a total crime rate of 2,011.1 per 100,000 residents.