Is Austin or Sault Ste. Marie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Sault Ste. Marie is safer than Austin (Safety Score 56/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,510 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 59% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Sault Ste. Marie has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 74.0x 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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Sault Ste. Marie — 5-Year Trend
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Austin, TX
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Sault Ste. Marie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,510.1 | +2,199.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 405.7 | +61.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 150.3 | -82.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 7.5 | +77.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 247.9 | +59.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,104.4 | +2,137.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 67.6 | +377.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 991.7 | +1,206.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 45.1 | +553.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Sault Ste. Marie safer?
Sault Ste. Marie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,510 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Sault Ste. Marie has 405.7. Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, the oldest city in Michigan, sits on the St. Marys River across from its Canadian twin. Home to the Soo Locks, a major shipping thoroughfare, its population is around 13,000. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 13,310, Sault Ste. Marie has a total crime rate of 1,510.1 per 100,000 residents.