Is Austin or Rock Island Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Rock Island is safer than Austin (Safety Score 15/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,259 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 12% lower. Austin has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Rock Island has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 27.5x 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 | Rock Island | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,258.8 | +450.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 544.1 | -76.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.6 | +1.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 11.2 | +56.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 14.0 | +71.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 513.4 | -206.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,714.8 | +527.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 920.7 | -475.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,155.1 | +1,043.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 638.9 | -40.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Rock Island safer?
Rock Island is safer with a total crime rate of 3,259 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Rock Island has 544.1. 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 Rock Island, IL
Rock Island, a city along the Mississippi River, is part of the Quad Cities metropolitan area. It's home to Augustana College and has a rich history as a manufacturing and transportation hub. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 35,841, Rock Island has a total crime rate of 3,258.8 per 100,000 residents.