Is Austin or Springboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Springboro is safer than Austin (Safety Score 87/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 648 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 83% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Springboro has a 94% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 50.3x 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 | Springboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 648.3 | +3,061.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 45.9 | +421.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.1 | +1.5 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 5.1 | +62.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 5.1 | +80.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 30.6 | +276.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 602.3 | +2,639.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 40.8 | +404.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 418.6 | +1,779.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 142.9 | +455.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Springboro safer?
Springboro is safer with a total crime rate of 648 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 83% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Springboro has 45.9. Springboro 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 Springboro, OH
Springboro, a affluent suburb south of Dayton, boasts a well-preserved historic downtown. Located in Warren County, its population is predominantly white and college-educated. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 19,591, Springboro has a total crime rate of 648.3 per 100,000 residents.