Is Austin or Russellville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Russellville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 37/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,107 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 43% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Russellville has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 92.2x 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 | Russellville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,106.9 | +1,602.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 112.4 | +355.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 9.4 | -2.8 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 18.7 | +66.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 84.3 | +223.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,994.6 | +1,247.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 355.8 | +89.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,573.2 | +624.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 65.6 | +533.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Russellville safer?
Russellville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,107 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 43% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Russellville has 112.4. Russellville 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 Russellville, AL
Russellville, Alabama, is a town in Franklin County, nestled in the northwest corner of the state. Home to the annual Franklin County Watermelon Festival, it's a small community with a population around 10,000. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 10,679, Russellville has a total crime rate of 2,106.9 per 100,000 residents.