Is Austin or Tonawanda Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Tonawanda is safer than Austin (Safety Score 63/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,302 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 65% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Tonawanda has a 92% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 66.4x 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 | Tonawanda | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,301.9 | +2,407.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 168.6 | +298.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 13.5 | -6.9 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 33.7 | +33.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 6.8 | +78.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 114.7 | +192.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,133.2 | +2,108.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 121.4 | +323.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 897.1 | +1,301.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 114.7 | +483.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Tonawanda safer?
Tonawanda is safer with a total crime rate of 1,302 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 65% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Tonawanda has 168.6. Tonawanda 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 Tonawanda, NY
Tonawanda, NY, a city and town in Erie County, was once a major lumber port. Situated at the junction of the Erie Canal and the Niagara River, its population is around 50,000. With a safety score of 63/100 and a population coverage of 14,825, Tonawanda has a total crime rate of 1,301.9 per 100,000 residents.