Is Carlsbad or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Carlsbad is safer than New York City (Safety Score 49/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,710 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 44% lower. Carlsbad has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Carlsbad has a 82% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 73.4x 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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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Carlsbad | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,710.3 | 3,039.7 | -1,329.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 199.1 | 671.4 | -472.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.9 | 3.9 | -3.0 |
| Rape Rate | 6.2 | 23.4 | -17.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 34.5 | 187.5 | -153.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 157.5 | 456.2 | -298.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,511.2 | 2,368.3 | -857.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 236.2 | 154.7 | +81.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,166.1 | 2,015.0 | -848.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 108.8 | 198.5 | -89.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carlsbad or New York City safer?
Carlsbad is safer with a total crime rate of 1,710 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 44% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Carlsbad has a violent crime rate of 199.1 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Carlsbad has lower violent crime.
About Carlsbad, CA
Carlsbad is a coastal city in northern San Diego County, known for LEGOLAND California, which opened in 1999. Its affluent population enjoys a Mediterranean climate and seven miles of picturesque beaches. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 113,023, Carlsbad has a total crime rate of 1,710.3 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.