Is Bozeman or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bozeman is safer than New York City (Safety Score 35/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,193 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 28% lower. Bozeman has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bozeman has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 141.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Bozeman — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bozeman | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,192.8 | 3,039.7 | -846.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 437.5 | 671.4 | -233.9 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 85.5 | 23.4 | +62.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 12.0 | 187.5 | -175.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 336.7 | 456.2 | -119.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,755.3 | 2,368.3 | -613.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 143.6 | 154.7 | -11.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,514.3 | 2,015.0 | -500.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 97.4 | 198.5 | -101.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bozeman or New York City safer?
Bozeman is safer with a total crime rate of 2,193 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bozeman has a violent crime rate of 437.5 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Bozeman has lower violent crime.
About Bozeman, MT
Bozeman, Montana, once a bustling railroad town, sits in a valley surrounded by mountains, home to Montana State University. Its population has steadily increased, drawing new residents to its outdoor recreation and historic Main Street. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 58,509, Bozeman has a total crime rate of 2,192.8 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.