Is Austin or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Rochester (Safety Score 11/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 3,872 for Rochester — 4% lower. Austin has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 50% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 4.8x 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 | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,871.6 | -162.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 582.3 | -114.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 13.1 | -6.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 18.4 | +49.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 153.3 | -67.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 397.4 | -90.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,289.3 | -47.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 404.7 | +40.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,795.8 | +402.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 1,088.8 | -490.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Rochester safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 3,872 for Rochester — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Rochester has 582.3. Austin 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, NY
Rochester, NY, a city along Lake Ontario's southern shore, was once the "Flour City" due to its milling industry on the Genesee River. It's home to a diverse population of just over 200,000 residents. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 206,093, Rochester has a total crime rate of 3,871.6 per 100,000 residents.