Is Lake St. Louis or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lake St. Louis is safer than New York City (Safety Score 87/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 662 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 78% lower. Lake St. Louis has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lake St. Louis has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 429.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is MORE DANGEROUS than Lake St. Louis, MO?
Lake St. Louis — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lake St. Louis | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 662.1 | 3,039.7 | -2,377.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 56.9 | 671.4 | -614.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 5.2 | 23.4 | -18.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 5.2 | 187.5 | -182.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 46.6 | 456.2 | -409.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 605.2 | 2,368.3 | -1,763.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 41.4 | 154.7 | -113.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 532.7 | 2,015.0 | -1,482.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 31.0 | 198.5 | -167.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake St. Louis or New York City safer?
Lake St. Louis is safer with a total crime rate of 662 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 78% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lake St. Louis has a violent crime rate of 56.9 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Lake St. Louis has lower violent crime.
About Lake St. Louis, MO
Lake St. Louis, a planned community established in 1967, is nestled in St. Charles County. This affluent suburb is centered around two private lakes, offering residents a serene, water-focused lifestyle. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 19,334, Lake St. Louis has a total crime rate of 662.1 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.