Is Austin or South Burlington Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than South Burlington (Safety Score 11/100 vs 5/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 4,620 for South Burlington — 20% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where South Burlington has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 46.2x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | South Burlington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 4,619.7 | -910.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 234.7 | +232.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 14.1 | +53.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 28.2 | +57.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 192.5 | +114.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 4,385.0 | -1,143.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 65.7 | +379.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 3,981.2 | -1,783.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 338.0 | +260.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or South Burlington safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 4,620 for South Burlington — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while South Burlington has 234.7. South Burlington 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 South Burlington, VT
South Burlington, Vermont, a city distinct from its namesake, is home to the University of Vermont Medical Center, a major employer. Situated east of Lake Champlain, it's a populous Chittenden County community. With a safety score of 5/100 and a population coverage of 21,300, South Burlington has a total crime rate of 4,619.7 per 100,000 residents.