Is Austin or Thomasville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Thomasville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 26/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,627 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 29% lower. Austin has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 64% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 35.8x 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 | Thomasville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,626.7 | +1,082.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 330.6 | +136.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 18.2 | -11.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 7.3 | +60.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 90.8 | -5.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 214.4 | +92.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,296.1 | +945.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 479.6 | -34.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,565.9 | +632.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 250.7 | +347.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Thomasville safer?
Thomasville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,627 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Thomasville has 330.6. Thomasville 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 Thomasville, NC
Thomasville, NC, in Davidson County, is known as "Chair City" for its furniture heritage, including a 30-foot tall chair replica. This small city is located in the central Piedmont region. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 27,525, Thomasville has a total crime rate of 2,626.7 per 100,000 residents.