Is Hanford or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hanford is safer than New York City (Safety Score 52/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,639 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 46% lower. Hanford has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Hanford has a 72% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 137.8x 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 | Hanford | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,639.3 | 3,039.7 | -1,400.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 486.7 | 671.4 | -184.8 |
| Murder Rate | 5.0 | 3.9 | +1.1 |
| Rape Rate | 38.2 | 23.4 | +14.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 53.2 | 187.5 | -134.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 387.0 | 456.2 | -69.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,152.7 | 2,368.3 | -1,215.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 162.8 | 154.7 | +8.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 764.0 | 2,015.0 | -1,251.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 225.9 | 198.5 | +27.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hanford or New York City safer?
Hanford is safer with a total crime rate of 1,639 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 46% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Hanford has a violent crime rate of 486.7 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Hanford has lower violent crime.
About Hanford, CA
Hanford, the county seat of Kings County, is a Central Valley city founded by the Southern Pacific Railroad. It's home to the historic Hanford Carnegie Museum and has a population of over 59,000 residents. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 60,208, Hanford has a total crime rate of 1,639.3 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.