Is Hudson or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hudson is safer than New York City (Safety Score 47/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,769 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 42% lower. Hudson has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Hudson has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 528.1x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Hudson — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Hudson, WI
New York City, NY
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Hudson | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,769.1 | 3,039.7 | -1,270.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 120.9 | 671.4 | -550.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 6.4 | 23.4 | -17.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 187.5 | -187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 108.2 | 456.2 | -348.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,648.2 | 2,368.3 | -720.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 89.1 | 154.7 | -65.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,501.9 | 2,015.0 | -513.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 57.3 | 198.5 | -141.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hudson or New York City safer?
Hudson is safer with a total crime rate of 1,769 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Hudson has a violent crime rate of 120.9 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Hudson has lower violent crime.
About Hudson, WI
Hudson, Wisconsin, a city on the St. Croix River, was once a bustling lumber town. Its population of around 15,000 residents is primarily white. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 15,714, Hudson has a total crime rate of 1,769.1 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.