Is Austin or Strongsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Strongsville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 61/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,355 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 63% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Strongsville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 21.6x 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 | Strongsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,355.3 | +2,354.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 72.4 | +395.1 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 19.7 | +47.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 6.6 | +78.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 46.1 | +261.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,282.9 | +1,959.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 50.4 | +394.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,193.0 | +1,005.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 39.5 | +559.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Strongsville safer?
Strongsville is safer with a total crime rate of 1,355 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Strongsville has 72.4. Strongsville 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 Strongsville, OH
Strongsville, a southwest suburb of Cleveland, boasts a rich agricultural past and hosts the annual Homecoming festival. Its population of over 46,000 residents is primarily white. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 45,600, Strongsville has a total crime rate of 1,355.3 per 100,000 residents.