Is Austin or Yorkville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Yorkville is safer than Austin (Safety Score 93/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 461 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 88% lower. Austin has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Yorkville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Austin is 38.2x 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 | Yorkville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 461.5 | +3,247.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 73.7 | +393.8 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 0.0 | +6.6 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 62.0 | +5.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 0.0 | +85.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 11.6 | +295.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 387.8 | +2,854.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 81.4 | +363.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 302.5 | +1,895.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 3.9 | +594.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Yorkville safer?
Yorkville is safer with a total crime rate of 461 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 88% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Yorkville has 73.7. Yorkville 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 Yorkville, IL
Yorkville, the seat of Kendall County, boasts a charming downtown along the Fox River. Settled in the 1830s, it's a growing suburban community southwest of Chicago. With a safety score of 93/100 and a population coverage of 25,788, Yorkville has a total crime rate of 461.5 per 100,000 residents.