Is Austin or Shelton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Shelton is safer than Austin (Safety Score 22/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,872 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 23% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Shelton has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 90.1x 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 | Shelton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,872.0 | +837.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 475.6 | -8.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 128.1 | -60.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 82.3 | +3.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 265.3 | +42.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,396.4 | +845.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 402.5 | +42.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,673.8 | +524.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 320.1 | +278.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Shelton safer?
Shelton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,872 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Shelton has 475.6. Austin 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 Shelton, WA
Shelton, the "Christmas Tree Capital," is a city in Mason County, Washington. Nestled at the base of Hood Canal, it's a small community with a population of around 11,000. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 10,933, Shelton has a total crime rate of 2,872.0 per 100,000 residents.