Is Beaver Falls or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Beaver Falls is safer than New York City (Safety Score 62/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,317 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 57% lower. Beaver Falls has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 89% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 709.6x 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 | Beaver Falls | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,316.7 | 3,039.7 | -1,723.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 196.7 | 671.4 | -474.8 |
| Murder Rate | 34.2 | 3.9 | +30.3 |
| Rape Rate | 8.6 | 23.4 | -14.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 34.2 | 187.5 | -153.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 119.7 | 456.2 | -336.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,120.0 | 2,368.3 | -1,248.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 68.4 | 154.7 | -86.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 957.6 | 2,015.0 | -1,057.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 94.1 | 198.5 | -104.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beaver Falls or New York City safer?
Beaver Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 1,317 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 57% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Beaver Falls has a violent crime rate of 196.7 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Beaver Falls has lower violent crime.
About Beaver Falls, PA
Beaver Falls, a city in Beaver County, sits along the Beaver River. Once a bustling industrial hub and home to Geneva College, its population has declined from its peak. With a safety score of 62/100 and a population coverage of 11,696, Beaver Falls has a total crime rate of 1,316.7 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.