Is Glenwood Springs or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than Glenwood Springs (Safety Score 19/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — 36% lower. Glenwood Springs has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Glenwood Springs has a 90% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 803.1x 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 | Glenwood Springs | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,770.7 | 3,039.7 | +1,731.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 309.7 | 671.4 | -361.8 |
| Murder Rate | 9.7 | 3.9 | +5.8 |
| Rape Rate | 77.4 | 23.4 | +54.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 19.4 | 187.5 | -168.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 203.2 | 456.2 | -253.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,461.0 | 2,368.3 | +2,092.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 406.4 | 154.7 | +251.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,774.0 | 2,015.0 | +1,759.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 280.6 | 198.5 | +82.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glenwood Springs or New York City safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — a 36% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Glenwood Springs has a violent crime rate of 309.7 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Glenwood Springs has lower violent crime.
About Glenwood Springs, CO
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Glenwood Springs is a resort town famous for its hot springs, drawing visitors since the Ute people. Its population hovers around 10,000, with tourism a major economic driver. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 10,334, Glenwood Springs has a total crime rate of 4,770.7 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.