Is Austin or Springfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Springfield is safer than Austin (Safety Score 18/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,097 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 17% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Springfield has a 75% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 16.2x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Springfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,097.2 | +612.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 305.8 | +161.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 1.6 | +5.0 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 49.3 | +18.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 28.0 | +57.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 226.9 | +80.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,791.4 | +450.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 272.9 | +172.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,322.9 | -124.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 195.6 | +403.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Springfield safer?
Springfield is safer with a total crime rate of 3,097 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 17% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Springfield has 305.8. Springfield 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 Springfield, OR
Springfield, Oregon, a city with deep roots in the timber industry, sits adjacent to Eugene in the Willamette Valley. Its population of over 60,000 residents is characterized by a median age of 37. With a safety score of 18/100 and a population coverage of 60,830, Springfield has a total crime rate of 3,097.2 per 100,000 residents.