Is Barrington or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barrington is safer than New York City (Safety Score 77/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 923 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 70% lower. Barrington has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Barrington has a 90% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 797.9x 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 | Barrington | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 922.9 | 3,039.7 | -2,116.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 105.8 | 671.4 | -565.7 |
| Murder Rate | 9.6 | 3.9 | +5.7 |
| Rape Rate | 38.5 | 23.4 | +15.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 19.2 | 187.5 | -168.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 38.5 | 456.2 | -417.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 817.2 | 2,368.3 | -1,551.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 192.3 | 154.7 | +37.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 519.1 | 2,015.0 | -1,495.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 105.8 | 198.5 | -92.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barrington or New York City safer?
Barrington is safer with a total crime rate of 923 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barrington has a violent crime rate of 105.8 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Barrington has lower violent crime.
About Barrington, IL
Barrington, a northwest Chicago suburb, is known for its equestrian heritage and large, upscale homes. It occupies a unique geographic position straddling Cook, Lake, McHenry, and Kane counties. With a safety score of 77/100 and a population coverage of 10,402, Barrington has a total crime rate of 922.9 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.