Is Merrimack or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Merrimack is safer than New York City (Safety Score 97/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 344 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 89% lower. Merrimack has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Merrimack has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 279.9x 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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New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Merrimack | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 344.0 | 3,039.7 | -2,695.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 0.0 | 671.4 | -671.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 23.4 | -23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 187.5 | -187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 0.0 | 456.2 | -456.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 344.0 | 2,368.3 | -2,024.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 13.5 | 154.7 | -141.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 313.7 | 2,015.0 | -1,701.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 16.9 | 198.5 | -181.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merrimack or New York City safer?
Merrimack is safer with a total crime rate of 344 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 89% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Merrimack has a violent crime rate of 0.0 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Merrimack has lower violent crime.
About Merrimack, NH
Merrimack, a town bisected by the Merrimack River, was once home to the historic Reeds Ferry lumber industry. Today, it's a suburban community in Hillsborough County with a population of about 27,000. With a safety score of 97/100 and a population coverage of 29,650, Merrimack has a total crime rate of 344.0 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.