Is Austin or Stevens Point Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Stevens Point is safer than Austin (Safety Score 82/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 787 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 79% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Stevens Point has a 95% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 38.2x 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 | Stevens Point | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 787.3 | +2,922.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 166.8 | +300.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 3.9 | +2.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 38.8 | +28.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 3.9 | +81.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 116.4 | +190.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 620.5 | +2,621.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 50.4 | +394.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 546.9 | +1,651.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 23.3 | +575.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Stevens Point safer?
Stevens Point is safer with a total crime rate of 787 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 79% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Stevens Point has 166.8. Stevens Point 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 Stevens Point, WI
Stevens Point, a city of 26,000 in central Wisconsin, is home to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Historically, it was a major lumber town, strategically located on the Wisconsin River. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 25,784, Stevens Point has a total crime rate of 787.3 per 100,000 residents.