Is Austin or Salisbury Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Salisbury (Safety Score 11/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,947 for Salisbury — 25% lower. Austin has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 78% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 26.9x 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 | Salisbury | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,947.5 | -1,238.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 960.0 | -492.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 30.1 | -23.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 57.4 | +10.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 145.0 | -59.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 727.5 | -420.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,987.5 | -745.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 402.0 | +43.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,762.3 | -564.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 823.2 | -224.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Salisbury safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,947 for Salisbury — a 25% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Salisbury has 960.0. Austin 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 Salisbury, NC
Salisbury, NC, home to Cheerwine, is a city of over 35,000 residents in Rowan County. It sits in the Piedmont region, roughly midway between Charlotte and Greensboro. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 36,564, Salisbury has a total crime rate of 4,947.5 per 100,000 residents.