Is Austin or Waunakee Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Waunakee is safer than Austin (Safety Score 98/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 315 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 92% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Waunakee has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 64.7x 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 | Waunakee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 315.2 | +3,394.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 105.1 | +362.4 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 13.1 | +54.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 91.9 | +215.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 210.2 | +3,031.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 6.6 | +438.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 203.6 | +1,994.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 0.0 | +598.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Waunakee safer?
Waunakee is safer with a total crime rate of 315 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 92% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Waunakee has 105.1. Waunakee 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 Waunakee, WI
Waunakee, "The Only Waunakee in the World," is a village in Dane County, north of Madison. Founded in the mid-19th century, it has experienced significant population growth, now home to over 14,000 residents. With a safety score of 98/100 and a population coverage of 15,227, Waunakee has a total crime rate of 315.2 per 100,000 residents.