Is Austin or Twin Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Twin Falls is safer than Austin (Safety Score 55/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,543 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 58% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Twin Falls has a 90% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 17.6x 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 | Twin Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,543.0 | +2,166.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 416.6 | +50.9 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 5.4 | +1.2 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 91.2 | -23.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.9 | +76.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 311.1 | -3.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,126.4 | +2,115.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 96.6 | +348.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 947.6 | +1,250.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 82.2 | +516.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Twin Falls safer?
Twin Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 1,543 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 58% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Twin Falls has 416.6. Twin Falls 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 Twin Falls, ID
Twin Falls, Idaho, known for Shoshone Falls, is a city in south-central Idaho. Its economy relies heavily on agriculture, particularly dairy farming. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 55,932, Twin Falls has a total crime rate of 1,543.0 per 100,000 residents.