Is Mobile or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mobile is safer than New York City (Safety Score 30/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,426 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 20% lower. Mobile has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 76% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 35.0x 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 | Mobile | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,426.5 | 3,039.7 | -613.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 752.0 | 671.4 | +80.6 |
| Murder Rate | 16.5 | 3.9 | +12.5 |
| Rape Rate | 26.2 | 23.4 | +2.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 52.7 | 187.5 | -134.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 656.7 | 456.2 | +200.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,674.5 | 2,368.3 | -693.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 313.4 | 154.7 | +158.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,188.6 | 2,015.0 | -826.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 172.5 | 198.5 | -26.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mobile or New York City safer?
Mobile is safer with a total crime rate of 2,426 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Mobile has a violent crime rate of 752.0 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. New York City has lower violent crime.
About Mobile, AL
Mobile, Alabama, a port city on Mobile Bay, boasts a rich Mardi Gras tradition predating New Orleans. Its population is predominantly African American, reflecting its deep Southern roots. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 237,092, Mobile has a total crime rate of 2,426.5 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.