Is Austin or Talladega Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Austin is safer than Talladega (Safety Score 11/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100,000 versus 3,982 for Talladega — 7% lower. Austin has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Talladega has a 68% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 67.5x 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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Austin, TX
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Austin | Talladega | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,982.2 | -272.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 541.5 | -74.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 13.7 | -7.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 48.0 | +19.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 27.4 | +58.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 452.4 | -145.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 3,440.7 | -198.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 733.4 | -288.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 2,357.8 | -159.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 349.6 | +249.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Talladega safer?
Austin is safer with a total crime rate of 3,709 per 100K vs 3,982 for Talladega — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Talladega has 541.5. Austin 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 Talladega, AL
Talladega, Alabama, is a city in Talladega County, famous for the Talladega Superspeedway, a major NASCAR racetrack. Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, it has a population of around 15,000 residents. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 14,590, Talladega has a total crime rate of 3,982.2 per 100,000 residents.