Is Barnstable or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barnstable is safer than New York City (Safety Score 66/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 61% lower. Barnstable has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Barnstable has a 91% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 163.0x 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 | Barnstable | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,195.8 | 3,039.7 | -1,843.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.4 | 671.4 | -261.1 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 3.9 | -2.0 |
| Rape Rate | 64.8 | 23.4 | +41.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 187.5 | -169.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 326.0 | 456.2 | -130.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 785.4 | 2,368.3 | -1,582.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 131.6 | 154.7 | -23.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 581.2 | 2,015.0 | -1,433.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 72.7 | 198.5 | -125.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnstable or New York City safer?
Barnstable is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 61% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barnstable has a violent crime rate of 410.4 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Barnstable has lower violent crime.
About Barnstable, MA
Barnstable, the largest community on Cape Cod, is a historic town of villages including Hyannis, a major transportation hub. Its population of over 45,000 makes it the most populous municipality in Barnstable County. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 50,928, Barnstable has a total crime rate of 1,195.8 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.