Is Austin or Royse City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Royse City is safer than Austin (Safety Score 74/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,002 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 73% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Royse City has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 33.8x 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 | Royse City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,001.8 | +2,707.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 102.9 | +364.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 51.5 | +16.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 13.7 | +71.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 37.7 | +269.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 898.8 | +2,343.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 126.9 | +318.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 703.3 | +1,494.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 68.6 | +530.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Royse City safer?
Royse City is safer with a total crime rate of 1,002 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Royse City has 102.9. Royse City 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 Royse City, TX
Royse City, a growing community in Rockwall County, Texas, was founded by H.M. Royse in 1886. Located along I-30, its population has seen rapid growth, nearly doubling in the last decade. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 29,149, Royse City has a total crime rate of 1,001.8 per 100,000 residents.