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Is Gonzales or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, New York City is safer than Gonzales (Safety Score 19/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 4,299 for Gonzales — 29% lower. Gonzales has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 72% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 582.0x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Gonzales, LA?
Gonzales — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Gonzales | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,299.0 | 3,039.7 | +1,259.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 364.7 | 671.4 | -306.8 |
| Murder Rate | 14.0 | 3.9 | +10.1 |
| Rape Rate | 42.1 | 23.4 | +18.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 63.1 | 187.5 | -124.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 245.5 | 456.2 | -210.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,934.4 | 2,368.3 | +1,566.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 224.4 | 154.7 | +69.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,373.3 | 2,015.0 | +1,358.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 336.6 | 198.5 | +138.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gonzales or New York City safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 4,299 for Gonzales — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Gonzales has a violent crime rate of 364.7 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Gonzales has lower violent crime.
About Gonzales, LA
Gonzales, "Jambalaya Capital of the World," is a city in Ascension Parish, Louisiana. It lies on the Mississippi River's east bank, midway between Baton Rouge and New Orleans, with a population around 12,000. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 14,259, Gonzales has a total crime rate of 4,299.0 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.