Is Austin or Windsor Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Windsor is safer than Austin (Safety Score 90/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 567 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 85% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Windsor has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 22.9x 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 | Windsor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 566.8 | +3,142.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 46.5 | +421.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 0.0 | +67.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 2.3 | +83.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 44.1 | +263.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 520.3 | +2,721.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 60.4 | +384.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 394.9 | +1,803.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 65.0 | +533.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Windsor safer?
Windsor is safer with a total crime rate of 567 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 85% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Windsor has 46.5. Windsor 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 Windsor, CO
Windsor, CO, once a sugar beet processing hub, is a growing town in Northern Colorado. It straddles Weld and Larimer counties, home to a mix of families and professionals. With a safety score of 90/100 and a population coverage of 43,050, Windsor has a total crime rate of 566.8 per 100,000 residents.