Is Austin or Sauk Rapids Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sauk Rapids is safer than Austin (Safety Score 61/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,376 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 63% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Sauk Rapids has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 71.7x 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 | Sauk Rapids | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,376.0 | +2,333.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 87.4 | +380.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 7.3 | -0.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 36.4 | +31.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 7.3 | +78.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 36.4 | +270.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,288.6 | +1,953.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 145.6 | +299.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,041.1 | +1,157.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 101.9 | +496.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Sauk Rapids safer?
Sauk Rapids is safer with a total crime rate of 1,376 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Sauk Rapids has 87.4. Sauk Rapids 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 Sauk Rapids, MN
Sauk Rapids, a city in Benton County, is known for its annual Granite City Days festival. Situated along the Mississippi River, it's a growing community with a blend of residential and commercial areas. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 13,736, Sauk Rapids has a total crime rate of 1,376.0 per 100,000 residents.