Is Austin or Royal Oak Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Royal Oak is safer than Austin (Safety Score 77/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 926 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 75% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Royal Oak has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 17.2x 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 | Royal Oak | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 925.7 | +2,783.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 124.0 | +343.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 7.0 | +60.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 12.2 | +73.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 104.8 | +202.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 801.7 | +2,440.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 64.6 | +380.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 616.5 | +1,581.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 120.5 | +478.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Royal Oak safer?
Royal Oak is safer with a total crime rate of 926 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 75% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Royal Oak has 124.0. Royal Oak 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 Royal Oak, MI
Royal Oak, a vibrant Detroit suburb, boasts a rich arts scene with the landmark Emagine Theatre. Its dense population of young professionals and families enjoys a walkable downtown with diverse dining and entertainment. With a safety score of 77/100 and a population coverage of 57,257, Royal Oak has a total crime rate of 925.7 per 100,000 residents.