Is Austin or St. Marys Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, St. Marys is safer than Austin (Safety Score 59/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,428 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 61% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where St. Marys has a 82% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 49.5x 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 | St. Marys | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,428.4 | +2,281.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 291.7 | +175.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.0 | +1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 70.4 | -2.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 15.1 | +70.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 201.2 | +106.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,136.7 | +2,105.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 95.6 | +349.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 935.5 | +1,262.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 105.6 | +493.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or St. Marys safer?
St. Marys is safer with a total crime rate of 1,428 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 61% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while St. Marys has 291.7. St. Marys 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 St. Marys, GA
St. Marys, Georgia, a coastal city and home to the Cumberland Island National Seashore ferry, boasts a rich maritime history as the second oldest city in the county. With a population around 18,000, it's situated near the Florida border along the St. Marys River. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 19,882, St. Marys has a total crime rate of 1,428.4 per 100,000 residents.