Is Edmond or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Edmond is safer than New York City (Safety Score 55/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,521 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 50% lower. Edmond has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Edmond has a 95% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 83.6x 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 | Edmond | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,521.4 | 3,039.7 | -1,518.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 165.2 | 671.4 | -506.2 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 3.9 | -1.9 |
| Rape Rate | 37.3 | 23.4 | +13.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 10.1 | 187.5 | -177.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 115.9 | 456.2 | -340.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,356.2 | 2,368.3 | -1,012.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 209.6 | 154.7 | +54.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,095.2 | 2,015.0 | -919.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 51.4 | 198.5 | -147.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edmond or New York City safer?
Edmond is safer with a total crime rate of 1,521 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 50% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Edmond has a violent crime rate of 165.2 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Edmond has lower violent crime.
About Edmond, OK
Edmond, a northern Oklahoma City suburb, was founded during the 1889 Land Run. It boasts a median household income significantly higher than the state average. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 99,249, Edmond has a total crime rate of 1,521.4 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.