Is Austin or Trotwood Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Trotwood is safer than Austin (Safety Score 12/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,516 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 5% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 75% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 43.0x 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 | Trotwood | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,516.1 | +193.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 698.8 | -231.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 26.2 | -19.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 52.4 | +15.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 78.6 | +6.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 541.6 | -234.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,817.2 | +424.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 463.0 | -17.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,480.7 | +717.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 873.6 | -274.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Trotwood safer?
Trotwood is safer with a total crime rate of 3,516 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 5% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Trotwood has 698.8. 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 Trotwood, OH
Trotwood, a suburb of Dayton, sits in Montgomery County. Once a farming community known as "Little Chicago," it has evolved into a diverse residential area. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 22,895, Trotwood has a total crime rate of 3,516.1 per 100,000 residents.