Is Austin or Saginaw Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Saginaw Township is safer than Austin (Safety Score 53/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 57% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Saginaw Township has a 77% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 24.1x 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 | Saginaw Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,600.4 | +2,109.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 173.8 | +293.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.9 | +1.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 31.8 | +35.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 19.6 | +65.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 117.5 | +189.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,426.7 | +1,815.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 173.8 | +271.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,142.8 | +1,055.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 110.1 | +488.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Saginaw Township safer?
Saginaw Township is safer with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 57% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Saginaw Township has 173.8. Saginaw Township 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 Saginaw Township, MI
Saginaw Township, a suburban area in Saginaw County, borders the City of Saginaw. It's home to the Saginaw Spirit OHL hockey team and has a population of around 40,000 residents. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 40,864, Saginaw Township has a total crime rate of 1,600.4 per 100,000 residents.