Is Austin or Troy Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Troy is safer than Austin (Safety Score 94/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 469 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 87% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Troy has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 87.2x 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 | Troy | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 469.2 | +3,240.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 8.9 | +458.6 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 8.9 | +298.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 460.3 | +2,781.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 115.1 | +330.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 292.1 | +1,906.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 53.1 | +545.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Troy safer?
Troy is safer with a total crime rate of 469 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 87% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Troy has 8.9. Troy 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 Troy, IL
Troy, Illinois, a small town in Madison County near St. Louis, was founded by a veteran of the War of 1812. It's home to a diverse population of just under 10,000 residents. With a safety score of 94/100 and a population coverage of 11,297, Troy has a total crime rate of 469.2 per 100,000 residents.