Is Marshall or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Marshall is safer than New York City (Safety Score 43/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,919 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 37% lower. Marshall has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Marshall has a 85% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 340.4x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Marshall — 5-Year Trend
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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Marshall | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,919.5 | 3,039.7 | -1,120.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 344.5 | 671.4 | -326.9 |
| Murder Rate | 8.2 | 3.9 | +4.3 |
| Rape Rate | 57.4 | 23.4 | +34.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 28.7 | 187.5 | -158.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 250.2 | 456.2 | -206.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,574.9 | 2,368.3 | -793.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 295.3 | 154.7 | +140.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,054.1 | 2,015.0 | -960.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 225.6 | 198.5 | +27.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Marshall or New York City safer?
Marshall is safer with a total crime rate of 1,919 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Marshall has a violent crime rate of 344.5 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Marshall has lower violent crime.
About Marshall, TX
Marshall, Texas, a city in East Texas near the Louisiana border, is known as the "Pottery Capital of the World." This historic Harrison County seat, with a population of around 23,000, sits at the intersection of US-59 and I-20. With a safety score of 43/100 and a population coverage of 24,382, Marshall has a total crime rate of 1,919.5 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.