Is Kerrville or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Kerrville is safer than New York City (Safety Score 84/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 732 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 76% lower. Kerrville has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Kerrville has a 96% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 330.2x 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 | Kerrville | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 732.2 | 3,039.7 | -2,307.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 151.2 | 671.4 | -520.2 |
| Murder Rate | 4.0 | 3.9 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 27.9 | 23.4 | +4.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 8.0 | 187.5 | -179.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 107.4 | 456.2 | -348.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 581.0 | 2,368.3 | -1,787.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 71.6 | 154.7 | -83.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 453.6 | 2,015.0 | -1,561.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 55.7 | 198.5 | -142.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kerrville or New York City safer?
Kerrville is safer with a total crime rate of 732 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 76% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Kerrville has a violent crime rate of 151.2 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Kerrville has lower violent crime.
About Kerrville, TX
Nestled in the Texas Hill Country, Kerrville is a small city known for its scenic Guadalupe River and as home to the Kerrville Folk Festival. The population is around 24,000, with a significant retiree community. With a safety score of 84/100 and a population coverage of 25,131, Kerrville has a total crime rate of 732.2 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.