Is Austin or West Allis Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, West Allis is safer than Austin (Safety Score 34/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,234 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 40% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where West Allis has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 16.7x 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 | West Allis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,234.0 | +1,475.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 256.5 | +211.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 23.8 | +43.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 74.8 | +10.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 158.0 | +149.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,977.5 | +1,264.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 190.3 | +254.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,478.0 | +720.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 309.2 | +289.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or West Allis safer?
West Allis is safer with a total crime rate of 2,234 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while West Allis has 256.5. West Allis 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 West Allis, WI
West Allis, once "the city of homes," is an inner-ring Milwaukee suburb. Historically a manufacturing hub, it's a densely populated area with a diverse mix of housing stock. With a safety score of 34/100 and a population coverage of 58,862, West Allis has a total crime rate of 2,234.0 per 100,000 residents.