Is Austin or Russellville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Russellville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 48/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,734 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 53% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Russellville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 33.4x 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 | 1,734.1 | +1,975.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 349.5 | +118.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 23.8 | +43.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 6.8 | +78.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 319.0 | -11.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,384.6 | +1,857.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 105.2 | +340.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,214.9 | +983.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 64.5 | +534.1 |
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 1,734 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 53% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Russellville has 349.5. 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, AR
Russellville, nestled in the Arkansas River Valley, is home to Arkansas Tech University. This Pope County seat, with a population around 28,000, sits near Lake Dardanelle, a popular recreation spot. With a safety score of 48/100 and a population coverage of 29,467, Russellville has a total crime rate of 1,734.1 per 100,000 residents.