Is Juneau or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Juneau is safer than New York City (Safety Score 26/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,607 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 14% lower. Juneau has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Juneau has a 66% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 262.5x 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 | Juneau | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,606.6 | 3,039.7 | -433.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 537.8 | 671.4 | -133.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.2 | 3.9 | -0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 113.9 | 23.4 | +90.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 63.3 | 187.5 | -124.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 357.5 | 456.2 | -98.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,068.8 | 2,368.3 | -299.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 338.5 | 154.7 | +183.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,584.8 | 2,015.0 | -430.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 145.5 | 198.5 | -53.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Juneau or New York City safer?
Juneau is safer with a total crime rate of 2,607 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 14% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Juneau has a violent crime rate of 537.8 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Juneau has lower violent crime.
About Juneau, AK
Nestled between mountains and the Gastineau Channel, Juneau is Alaska's capital and the only U.S. state capital inaccessible by road. Its gold rush history shaped a community of around 32,000 residents, a diverse mix of government employees, tourism workers, and Tlingit people. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 31,612, Juneau has a total crime rate of 2,606.6 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.