Is Anoka or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Anoka is safer than New York City (Safety Score 59/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,432 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 53% lower. Anoka has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Anoka has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 460.5x 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 | Anoka | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,431.6 | 3,039.7 | -1,608.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 244.2 | 671.4 | -427.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 27.7 | 23.4 | +4.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 22.2 | 187.5 | -165.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 194.2 | 456.2 | -262.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,187.4 | 2,368.3 | -1,180.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 199.8 | 154.7 | +45.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 926.7 | 2,015.0 | -1,088.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 61.0 | 198.5 | -137.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Anoka or New York City safer?
Anoka is safer with a total crime rate of 1,432 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 53% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Anoka has a violent crime rate of 244.2 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Anoka has lower violent crime.
About Anoka, MN
Anoka, Minnesota, the "Halloween Capital of the World," is a northern suburb of Minneapolis situated at the confluence of the Rum and Mississippi Rivers. Its population is approximately 17,000 residents. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 18,022, Anoka has a total crime rate of 1,431.6 per 100,000 residents.
About New York City, NY
New York City, a global financial hub, sits at the mouth of the Hudson River. Home to the iconic Statue of Liberty, its five boroughs house over 8 million people, making it the most populous city in the United States. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 8,299,271, New York City has a total crime rate of 3,039.7 per 100,000 residents.