Is Nashua or New York City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Nashua is safer than New York City (Safety Score 59/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,424 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 53% lower. Nashua has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Nashua has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 91.3x 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 | Nashua | New York City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,424.1 | 3,039.7 | -1,615.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 162.8 | 671.4 | -508.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 3.9 | -3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 53.9 | 23.4 | +30.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 14.3 | 187.5 | -173.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 92.4 | 456.2 | -363.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,261.3 | 2,368.3 | -1,107.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 33.0 | 154.7 | -121.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,141.4 | 2,015.0 | -873.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 86.9 | 198.5 | -111.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nashua or New York City safer?
Nashua is safer with a total crime rate of 1,424 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 53% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Nashua has a violent crime rate of 162.8 per 100K while New York City has 671.4. Nashua has lower violent crime.
About Nashua, NH
Nashua, once the "Spindletree City" for its textile mills, sits on the Merrimack River near the Massachusetts border. This southern New Hampshire city is the second most populous in the state. With a safety score of 59/100 and a population coverage of 90,938, Nashua has a total crime rate of 1,424.1 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.