Is Concord or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Concord is safer than New York City (Safety Score 59/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,410 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 54% lower. Concord has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Concord has a 81% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 185.1x 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 | Concord | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,409.9 | 3,039.7 | -1,629.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 180.7 | 671.4 | -490.7 |
| Murder Rate | 6.7 | 3.9 | +2.8 |
| Rape Rate | 40.2 | 23.4 | +16.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 35.7 | 187.5 | -151.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 98.2 | 456.2 | -358.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,229.2 | 2,368.3 | -1,139.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 49.1 | 154.7 | -105.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,064.1 | 2,015.0 | -950.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 116.0 | 198.5 | -82.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Concord or New York City safer?
Concord is safer with a total crime rate of 1,410 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Concord has a violent crime rate of 180.7 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Concord has lower violent crime.
About Concord, NH
Concord, New Hampshire, the state capital, sits on the Merrimack River and is home to the New Hampshire State House, the oldest state house in the nation where the legislature still meets in its original chambers. The city is also a hub for state government and medical services. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 44,827, Concord has a total crime rate of 1,409.9 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.