Austin, MN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Austin Police Department serves the city of Austin, MN in Mower County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,592 violent crimes and 2,427 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 91.6 per 100k residents, which is 13.8% below the national average. Property crime averages 152.6 per 100k, 6.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate91.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,592 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents51 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate15.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents253 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate152.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,427 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents356 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate122.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,896 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents164 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 91.6 | B | 1592 | 106.2 | -13.8% |
| Property Crime | 152.6 | C | 2427 | 163.6 | -6.7% |
| Rape | 3.8 | C | 51 | 3.5 | +8.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 15.3 | B | 253 | 22.3 | -31.4% |
| Burglary | 11.4 | A | 356 | 24.0 | -52.3% |
| Larceny | 122.1 | C | 1896 | 116.4 | +4.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.1 | B | 164 | 22.2 | -14.0% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Lea | 20 miles | A 65.4 | C 158.1 | Violent: 28.6% lower Property: 3.6% higher |
| West Concord | 25 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Blooming Prairie | 27 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Kasson | 27 miles | A 42.5 | A 85.0 | Violent: 53.6% lower Property: 44.3% lower |
| Owatonna | 32 miles | A 45.3 | A 64.2 | Violent: 50.5% lower Property: 58.0% lower |