Is Bend or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bend is safer than New York City (Safety Score 55/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,530 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 50% lower. Bend has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bend has a 88% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 78.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Bend — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bend | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,530.5 | 3,039.7 | -1,509.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 168.5 | 671.4 | -503.0 |
| Murder Rate | 2.8 | 3.9 | -1.1 |
| Rape Rate | 22.6 | 23.4 | -0.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 22.6 | 187.5 | -164.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 120.5 | 456.2 | -335.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,362.0 | 2,368.3 | -1,006.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 129.0 | 154.7 | -25.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,150.2 | 2,015.0 | -864.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 82.8 | 198.5 | -115.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bend or New York City safer?
Bend is safer with a total crime rate of 1,530 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 50% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bend has a violent crime rate of 168.5 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Bend has lower violent crime.
About Bend, OR
Nestled on the Deschutes River, Bend, Oregon, was historically a logging town and is now a popular outdoor recreation destination. Its population of over 100,000 residents enjoys proximity to the Cascade Mountains and high desert. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 106,241, Bend has a total crime rate of 1,530.5 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.