Is Irvine or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Irvine is safer than New York City (Safety Score 57/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,474 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 52% lower. Irvine has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Irvine has a 88% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 26.2x 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 | Irvine | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,473.7 | 3,039.7 | -1,566.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 84.0 | 671.4 | -587.5 |
| Murder Rate | 1.6 | 3.9 | -2.3 |
| Rape Rate | 13.3 | 23.4 | -10.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 22.1 | 187.5 | -165.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 47.0 | 456.2 | -409.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,389.7 | 2,368.3 | -978.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 197.9 | 154.7 | +43.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,122.0 | 2,015.0 | -893.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 69.8 | 198.5 | -128.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Irvine or New York City safer?
Irvine is safer with a total crime rate of 1,474 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 52% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Irvine has a violent crime rate of 84.0 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Irvine has lower violent crime.
About Irvine, CA
Irvine, a master-planned community developed by the Irvine Company, is home to a large Asian population and the University of California, Irvine. Located in Orange County, it features extensive green spaces and business parks. With a safety score of 57/100 and a population coverage of 316,764, Irvine has a total crime rate of 1,473.7 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.