Is East Peoria or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, East Peoria is safer than New York City (Safety Score 26/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,633 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 13% lower. East Peoria has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where East Peoria has a 93% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 379.4x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | East Peoria | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,633.4 | 3,039.7 | -406.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 269.7 | 671.4 | -401.7 |
| Murder Rate | 4.6 | 3.9 | +0.7 |
| Rape Rate | 59.4 | 23.4 | +36.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 13.7 | 187.5 | -173.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 187.5 | 456.2 | -268.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,363.6 | 2,368.3 | -4.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 480.0 | 154.7 | +325.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,787.6 | 2,015.0 | -227.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 96.0 | 198.5 | -102.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Peoria or New York City safer?
East Peoria is safer with a total crime rate of 2,633 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
East Peoria has a violent crime rate of 269.7 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. East Peoria has lower violent crime.
About East Peoria, IL
East Peoria, a Tazewell County city, sits along the Illinois River. Home to Caterpillar's first factory, it maintains an industrial character and a population of around 23,000 residents. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 21,873, East Peoria has a total crime rate of 2,633.4 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.