Is Austin or Savage Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Savage is safer than Austin (Safety Score 82/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 794 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 79% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Savage has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 29.7x 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 | Savage | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 793.6 | +2,915.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 78.5 | +389.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 6.0 | +61.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 12.1 | +73.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 60.4 | +246.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 715.2 | +2,526.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 84.5 | +360.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 585.4 | +1,612.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 45.3 | +553.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Savage safer?
Savage is safer with a total crime rate of 794 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 79% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Savage has 78.5. Savage 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 Savage, MN
Savage, Minnesota, a southern suburb of Minneapolis, was once known as Hamilton. This city of over 32,000 residents lies along the Minnesota River, with a diverse mix of residential and industrial areas. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 33,140, Savage has a total crime rate of 793.6 per 100,000 residents.