Is Austin or Steubenville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Steubenville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 20/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,999 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 19% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Steubenville has a 74% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 54.6x 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 | Steubenville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,999.4 | +710.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 122.0 | +345.5 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.5 | +1.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 22.2 | +63.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 94.3 | +213.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,877.4 | +364.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 171.9 | +273.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,622.4 | -424.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 83.2 | +515.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Steubenville safer?
Steubenville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,999 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 19% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Steubenville has 122.0. Steubenville 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 Steubenville, OH
Steubenville, Ohio, a city on the Ohio River, is known as the "City of Murals" for its numerous public artworks. It's the county seat of Jefferson County, with a population of around 17,000. With a safety score of 20/100 and a population coverage of 18,037, Steubenville has a total crime rate of 2,999.4 per 100,000 residents.