Is Mill Valley or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mill Valley is safer than New York City (Safety Score 70/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,098 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 64% lower. Mill Valley has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mill Valley has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 607.6x 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 | Mill Valley | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,098.3 | 3,039.7 | -1,941.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 95.2 | 671.4 | -576.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 0.0 | 23.4 | -23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 29.3 | 187.5 | -158.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 65.9 | 456.2 | -390.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,003.1 | 2,368.3 | -1,365.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 183.0 | 154.7 | +28.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 790.8 | 2,015.0 | -1,224.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 29.3 | 198.5 | -169.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mill Valley or New York City safer?
Mill Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,098 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 64% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Mill Valley has a violent crime rate of 95.2 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Mill Valley has lower violent crime.
About Mill Valley, CA
Mill Valley, a Marin County city nestled at Mt. Tamalpais' base, is known for its redwood forests and affluent, predominantly white population. It was the starting point for the Dipsea Race, one of the oldest trail races in the U.S. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 13,658, Mill Valley has a total crime rate of 1,098.3 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.