Is Harvey or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Harvey is safer than New York City (Safety Score 35/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,217 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 27% lower. Harvey has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Harvey has a 36% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 434.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Harvey — 2-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Harvey | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,217.5 | 3,039.7 | -822.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 706.0 | 671.4 | +34.6 |
| Murder Rate | 5.2 | 3.9 | +1.3 |
| Rape Rate | 78.5 | 23.4 | +55.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 204.0 | 187.5 | +16.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 418.4 | 456.2 | -37.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,511.4 | 2,368.3 | -856.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 282.4 | 154.7 | +127.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 674.7 | 2,015.0 | -1,340.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 554.4 | 198.5 | +355.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harvey or New York City safer?
Harvey is safer with a total crime rate of 2,217 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 27% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Harvey has a violent crime rate of 706.0 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. New York City has lower violent crime.
About Harvey, IL
Harvey, a southern suburb of Chicago, was once a thriving industrial hub home to the Buda Company. Today, its diverse population lives along the Metra Electric Line, reflecting the city's blue-collar heritage. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 19,121, Harvey has a total crime rate of 2,217.5 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.