Is Austin or Richmond Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Richmond is safer than Austin (Safety Score 35/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,188 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 41% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Richmond has a 54% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 25.9x 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 | Richmond | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,188.0 | +1,521.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 215.4 | +252.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.3 | +1.4 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 57.8 | +9.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 47.3 | +38.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 105.1 | +202.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,972.6 | +1,269.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 328.3 | +116.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,457.8 | +740.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 186.5 | +412.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Richmond safer?
Richmond is safer with a total crime rate of 2,188 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 41% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Richmond has 215.4. Richmond 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 Richmond, KY
Richmond, Kentucky, home to Eastern Kentucky University, is a city in Madison County, located in the Bluegrass region. Its population was over 36,000 in 2020. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 38,072, Richmond has a total crime rate of 2,188.0 per 100,000 residents.