Is Dallas or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Dallas is safer than New York City (Safety Score 86/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 681 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 78% lower. Dallas has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Dallas has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 543.3x 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 | Dallas | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 680.8 | 3,039.7 | -2,358.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 98.2 | 671.4 | -573.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 23.4 | -23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 26.2 | 187.5 | -161.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 72.0 | 456.2 | -384.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 582.6 | 2,368.3 | -1,785.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 78.6 | 154.7 | -76.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 458.2 | 2,015.0 | -1,556.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 45.8 | 198.5 | -152.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dallas or New York City safer?
Dallas is safer with a total crime rate of 681 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 78% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Dallas has a violent crime rate of 98.2 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Dallas has lower violent crime.
About Dallas, GA
Dallas, Georgia, the county seat of Paulding County, was incorporated in 1854 and is named for U.S. Vice President George M. Dallas. It is situated roughly 35 miles northwest of Atlanta and has experienced significant suburban growth. With a safety score of 86/100 and a population coverage of 15,276, Dallas has a total crime rate of 680.8 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.