Is Lincoln or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lincoln is safer than New York City (Safety Score 87/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 657 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 78% lower. Lincoln has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Lincoln has a 92% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 147.8x 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 | Lincoln | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 657.1 | 3,039.7 | -2,382.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 96.2 | 671.4 | -575.3 |
| Murder Rate | 1.8 | 3.9 | -2.1 |
| Rape Rate | 17.8 | 23.4 | -5.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.3 | 187.5 | -173.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 62.3 | 456.2 | -393.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 561.0 | 2,368.3 | -1,807.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 35.6 | 154.7 | -119.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 491.5 | 2,015.0 | -1,523.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 33.8 | 198.5 | -164.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lincoln or New York City safer?
Lincoln is safer with a total crime rate of 657 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 78% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lincoln has a violent crime rate of 96.2 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Lincoln has lower violent crime.
About Lincoln, CA
Lincoln, California, a Placer County city once known for its brickyards, is experiencing rapid growth. Situated in the Sacramento metropolitan area, its population has more than doubled since 2000. With a safety score of 87/100 and a population coverage of 56,152, Lincoln has a total crime rate of 657.1 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.