Is Bloomingdale or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bloomingdale is safer than New York City (Safety Score 58/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 52% lower. Bloomingdale has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bloomingdale has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 372.5x 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 | Bloomingdale | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,458.7 | 3,039.7 | -1,581.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 71.8 | 671.4 | -599.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 31.4 | 23.4 | +8.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 187.5 | -187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 40.4 | 456.2 | -415.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,386.9 | 2,368.3 | -981.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 246.9 | 154.7 | +92.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,122.1 | 2,015.0 | -892.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 18.0 | 198.5 | -180.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomingdale or New York City safer?
Bloomingdale is safer with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 52% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomingdale has a violent crime rate of 71.8 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Bloomingdale has lower violent crime.
About Bloomingdale, IL
Bloomingdale, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, grew around the DuPage River. Once home to a significant German immigrant population, it's now a diverse community with convenient access to major expressways. With a safety score of 58/100 and a population coverage of 22,280, Bloomingdale has a total crime rate of 1,458.7 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.