Is Bryant or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bryant is safer than New York City (Safety Score 34/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,233 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 27% lower. Bryant has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bryant has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 372.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Bryant — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Bryant, AR
New York City, NY
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bryant | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,232.5 | 3,039.7 | -807.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 175.2 | 671.4 | -496.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 22.5 | 23.4 | -0.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 31.4 | 187.5 | -156.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 121.3 | 456.2 | -334.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,057.3 | 2,368.3 | -311.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 152.7 | 154.7 | -2.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,801.3 | 2,015.0 | -213.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 103.3 | 198.5 | -95.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bryant or New York City safer?
Bryant is safer with a total crime rate of 2,233 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 27% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bryant has a violent crime rate of 175.2 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Bryant has lower violent crime.
About Bryant, AR
Bryant, Arkansas, a rapidly growing suburb southwest of Little Rock, was originally known for its strawberry farms. Today, this Saline County city is home to a diverse population of over 20,000 residents. With a safety score of 34/100 and a population coverage of 22,262, Bryant has a total crime rate of 2,232.5 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.