Is Austin or Woodward Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Woodward is safer than Austin (Safety Score 50/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 1,701 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 54% lower. Austin has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Woodward has a 90% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 84.6x 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 | Woodward | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 1,700.9 | +2,008.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 283.5 | +184.0 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 17.2 | -10.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 43.0 | +24.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 8.6 | +76.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 214.8 | +92.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 1,417.4 | +1,824.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 446.7 | -1.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 884.8 | +1,313.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 85.9 | +512.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Woodward safer?
Woodward is safer with a total crime rate of 1,701 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Woodward has 283.5. Woodward 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 Woodward, OK
Woodward, Oklahoma, founded as a railroad town, sits in the state's northwestern region. This agricultural hub, home to over 12,000 residents, hosts the annual Woodward Elks Rodeo. With a safety score of 50/100 and a population coverage of 11,641, Woodward has a total crime rate of 1,700.9 per 100,000 residents.