Is Austin or Sapulpa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sapulpa is safer than Austin (Safety Score 53/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,582 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 Sapulpa has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 42.2x 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 | Sapulpa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,582.2 | +2,127.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 188.7 | +278.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 4.3 | +2.3 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 25.7 | +41.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 17.2 | +68.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 137.2 | +170.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,393.5 | +1,848.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 274.4 | +170.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,024.8 | +1,173.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 94.3 | +504.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Sapulpa safer?
Sapulpa is safer with a total crime rate of 1,582 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 Sapulpa has 188.7. Sapulpa 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 Sapulpa, OK
Sapulpa, Oklahoma, a city bisected by Route 66, was once a thriving railroad town and is now home to the Waite Phillips filling station museum. Located southwest of Tulsa, it has a population of around 22,000 residents. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 23,322, Sapulpa has a total crime rate of 1,582.2 per 100,000 residents.