Is Austin or Youngstown Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Youngstown is safer than Austin (Safety Score 14/100 vs 11/100), with a total crime rate of 3,441 per 100,000 versus 3,709 for Austin — 7% lower. Austin has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Austin has a 65% 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 | Youngstown | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,709.4 | 3,441.0 | +268.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 467.5 | 688.2 | -220.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.6 | 18.7 | -12.1 |
| Rape Rate | 67.6 | 42.5 | +25.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 85.4 | 90.1 | -4.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 307.2 | 537.0 | -229.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,241.9 | 2,752.8 | +489.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 445.2 | 565.9 | -120.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,198.1 | 1,711.1 | +487.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 598.6 | 475.8 | +122.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Austin or Youngstown safer?
Youngstown is safer with a total crime rate of 3,441 per 100K vs 3,709 for Austin — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Austin has a violent crime rate of 467.5 per 100K while Youngstown has 688.2. 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 Youngstown, OH
Youngstown, once a steel industry giant, sits on the Mahoning River near the Pennsylvania border. Its population has significantly declined since its peak, leaving behind a legacy of industrial heritage. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 58,850, Youngstown has a total crime rate of 3,441.0 per 100,000 residents.