Moving from Austin, TX to Rochester, MN?
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Is Austin, TX or Rochester, MN Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Rochester, MN is safer than Austin, TX (Safety Score 56/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,522 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin, TX — 59% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Rochester has a 69% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 8.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Austin, TX?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,522.5 | +2,186.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 154.0 | +313.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.1 | +2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 26.1 | +41.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 26.1 | +59.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 97.8 | +209.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,368.5 | +1,873.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 173.6 | +271.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,103.6 | +1,094.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 91.3 | +507.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Austin, TX to Rochester, MN?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Rochester safer?
Rochester, MN is safer with a total crime rate of 1,522 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin, TX — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Rochester has 154.0. Rochester 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 Rochester, MN
Rochester, Minnesota, home to the Mayo Clinic, is a city in southeastern Minnesota. Its population of over 120,000 makes it the state's third-largest city. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 122,694, Rochester has a total crime rate of 1,522.5 per 100,000 residents.