Is Austin or Taylor Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Taylor is safer than Austin (Safety Score 22/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,855 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 23% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Austin has a 44% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 16.2x 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 | Taylor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,854.7 | +854.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 838.3 | -370.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.0 | +1.7 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 49.5 | +18.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 75.9 | +9.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 707.9 | -400.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,016.4 | +1,225.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 297.0 | +148.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,371.2 | +826.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 348.2 | +250.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Taylor safer?
Taylor is safer with a total crime rate of 2,855 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Taylor has 838.3. 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 Taylor, MI
Taylor, Michigan, a Downriver community, was once home to the the Detroit House of Correction. Situated south of Detroit, this city in Wayne County is largely residential with some commercial areas. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 60,602, Taylor has a total crime rate of 2,854.7 per 100,000 residents.