Is Louisville Metro or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than Louisville Metro (Safety Score 19/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 4,035 for Louisville Metro — 25% lower. Louisville Metro has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 82% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 12.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Louisville Metro — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Louisville Metro, KY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Louisville Metro | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,034.8 | 3,039.7 | +995.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 708.6 | 671.4 | +37.2 |
| Murder Rate | 21.7 | 3.9 | +17.8 |
| Rape Rate | 30.7 | 23.4 | +7.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 128.2 | 187.5 | -59.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 526.7 | 456.2 | +70.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,326.2 | 2,368.3 | +957.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 455.6 | 154.7 | +300.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,086.6 | 2,015.0 | +71.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 783.9 | 198.5 | +585.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Louisville Metro or New York City safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 4,035 for Louisville Metro — a 25% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Louisville Metro has a violent crime rate of 708.6 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. New York City has lower violent crime.
About Louisville Metro, KY
Louisville Metro, Kentucky, home of the Kentucky Derby, sprawls along the Ohio River. This consolidated city-county is Kentucky's most populous, with a diverse urban and suburban landscape. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 676,843, Louisville Metro has a total crime rate of 4,034.8 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.