Is Bloomington or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than Bloomington (Safety Score 19/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,777 for Bloomington — 20% lower. Bloomington has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bloomington has a 78% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 95.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Bloomington — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bloomington | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,777.2 | 3,039.7 | +737.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 312.9 | 671.4 | -358.5 |
| Murder Rate | 1.2 | 3.9 | -2.8 |
| Rape Rate | 55.4 | 23.4 | +32.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 41.6 | 187.5 | -145.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 213.6 | 456.2 | -242.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,464.3 | 2,368.3 | +1,096.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 219.4 | 154.7 | +64.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,022.0 | 2,015.0 | +1,007.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 222.9 | 198.5 | +24.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomington or New York City safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,777 for Bloomington — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomington has a violent crime rate of 312.9 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Bloomington has lower violent crime.
About Bloomington, MN
Bloomington, Minnesota, home to the Mall of America, is a first-ring suburb south of Minneapolis. Its diverse population reflects a mix of residential areas and significant commercial development. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 86,598, Bloomington has a total crime rate of 3,777.2 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.