Moving from Corning, NY to San Diego, CA?
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Is Corning or San Diego Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, San Diego is safer than Corning (Safety Score 38/100 vs 28/100), with a total crime rate of 2,082 per 100,000 versus 2,542 for Corning — 18% lower. Corning has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Corning has a 100% lower rate.
Note: San Diego is 130.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Corning, NY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Corning | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,542.1 | 2,082.4 | +459.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 160.1 | 412.4 | -252.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 2.5 | -2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 21.4 | -21.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 77.4 | -77.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 160.1 | 310.9 | -150.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,382.1 | 1,670.0 | +712.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 320.1 | 187.4 | +132.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,005.5 | 1,087.1 | +918.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 56.5 | 395.5 | -339.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Corning, NY to San Diego, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Corning or San Diego safer?
San Diego is safer with a total crime rate of 2,082 per 100K vs 2,542 for Corning — a 18% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Corning has a violent crime rate of 160.1 per 100K while San Diego has 412.4. Corning has lower violent crime.
About Corning, NY
Nestled in the Southern Tier, Corning is a small city renowned for the Corning Museum of Glass. Its population of around 10,000 residents reflects a tight-knit community with a rich industrial heritage. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 10,621, Corning has a total crime rate of 2,542.1 per 100,000 residents.
About San Diego, CA
San Diego, California, a major port city with a significant Hispanic population, sits on the Pacific Ocean just north of the Mexican border. Known for its mild climate and Balboa Park, it's also home to a large naval presence. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 1,389,024, San Diego has a total crime rate of 2,082.4 per 100,000 residents.