Is Lancaster or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than Lancaster (Safety Score 19/100 vs 12/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,537 for Lancaster — 14% lower. Lancaster has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 74% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 205.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Lancaster — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Lancaster | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,537.0 | 3,039.7 | +497.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.0 | 671.4 | -261.4 |
| Murder Rate | 14.8 | 3.9 | +10.9 |
| Rape Rate | 39.5 | 23.4 | +16.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 69.2 | 187.5 | -118.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 286.5 | 456.2 | -169.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,127.0 | 2,368.3 | +758.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 871.9 | 154.7 | +717.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,721.6 | 2,015.0 | -293.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 533.5 | 198.5 | +335.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lancaster or New York City safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,537 for Lancaster — a 14% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lancaster has a violent crime rate of 410.0 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Lancaster has lower violent crime.
About Lancaster, TX
Lancaster, Texas, a southern Dallas County suburb, was founded in 1852. It's known for its historic town square and as a significant agricultural center, particularly for cotton, during the 19th and early 20th centuries. With a safety score of 12/100 and a population coverage of 40,486, Lancaster has a total crime rate of 3,537.0 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.