Is Choctaw or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Choctaw is safer than New York City (Safety Score 60/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,379 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 55% lower. Choctaw has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Choctaw has a 96% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 677.3x 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 | Choctaw | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,379.3 | 3,039.7 | -1,660.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 171.4 | 671.4 | -500.0 |
| Murder Rate | 16.3 | 3.9 | +12.4 |
| Rape Rate | 40.8 | 23.4 | +17.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 8.2 | 187.5 | -179.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 106.1 | 456.2 | -350.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,207.9 | 2,368.3 | -1,160.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 138.7 | 154.7 | -16.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 922.2 | 2,015.0 | -1,092.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 146.9 | 198.5 | -51.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Choctaw or New York City safer?
Choctaw is safer with a total crime rate of 1,379 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Choctaw has a violent crime rate of 171.4 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Choctaw has lower violent crime.
About Choctaw, OK
Choctaw, Oklahoma, a suburban city in Oklahoma County, was named for the Choctaw Nation, who once inhabited the area. It is part of the the Oklahoma City Metropolitan Area and has a population of over 12,000. With a safety score of 60/100 and a population coverage of 12,253, Choctaw has a total crime rate of 1,379.3 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.