Is Austin or Richfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Richfield is safer than Austin (Safety Score 24/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,731 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 26% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Richfield has a 58% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 27.1x 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 | Richfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,731.0 | +978.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 270.1 | +197.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 2.8 | +3.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 46.9 | +20.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 57.9 | +27.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 159.8 | +147.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,460.9 | +780.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 217.7 | +227.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,890.5 | +307.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 352.7 | +245.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Richfield safer?
Richfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,731 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Richfield has 270.1. Richfield 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 Richfield, MN
Richfield, a first-ring suburb of Minneapolis, is home to the historic Wood Lake Nature Center. Its diverse population of over 36,000 resides just south of the city, near major transportation routes. With a safety score of 24/100 and a population coverage of 36,287, Richfield has a total crime rate of 2,731.0 per 100,000 residents.