Is Austin or Sandy Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sandy is safer than Austin (Safety Score 54/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,580 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 murder, where Sandy has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 75.5x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Sandy | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,579.5 | +2,129.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 61.3 | +406.2 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 15.3 | +52.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 15.3 | +70.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 30.7 | +276.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,518.2 | +1,723.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 115.0 | +330.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,219.1 | +979.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 184.0 | +414.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Sandy safer?
Sandy is safer with a total crime rate of 1,580 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 Sandy has 61.3. Sandy 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 Sandy, OR
Sandy, Oregon, is a gateway city to Mount Hood, known for its timber industry heritage. Located in Clackamas County, it has a population of around 13,000 residents. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 13,042, Sandy has a total crime rate of 1,579.5 per 100,000 residents.