Is Austin or Wisconsin Rapids Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Wisconsin Rapids is safer than Austin (Safety Score 30/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 2,424 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 35% lower. Austin has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Wisconsin Rapids has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 52.9x 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 | Wisconsin Rapids | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 2,424.5 | +1,284.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 532.2 | -64.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 172.0 | -104.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 10.8 | +74.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 349.4 | -42.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,892.3 | +1,349.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 145.2 | +300.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,602.0 | +596.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 145.2 | +453.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Wisconsin Rapids safer?
Wisconsin Rapids is safer with a total crime rate of 2,424 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 35% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Wisconsin Rapids has 532.2. Austin 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 Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Wisconsin Rapids, a city on the Wisconsin River, was once known as Grand Rapids. It's the county seat of Wood County and historically a papermaking hub, with a population around 18,000. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 18,602, Wisconsin Rapids has a total crime rate of 2,424.5 per 100,000 residents.