Is New York City or Norman Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Norman is safer than New York City (Safety Score 28/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,530 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 17% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Norman has a 90% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 63.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than New York City, NY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Norman | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,529.8 | +509.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 263.2 | +408.2 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.8 | +3.2 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 39.0 | -15.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 18.4 | +169.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 202.0 | +254.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,266.6 | +101.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 351.2 | -196.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,687.3 | +327.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 228.0 | -29.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Norman safer?
Norman is safer with a total crime rate of 2,530 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 17% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Norman has 263.2. Norman has lower violent crime.
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.
About Norman, OK
Norman, Oklahoma, home to the University of Oklahoma, is a city in Cleveland County with a significant student population. Located just south of Oklahoma City, it lies within the Cross Timbers eco-region. With a safety score of 28/100 and a population coverage of 130,681, Norman has a total crime rate of 2,529.8 per 100,000 residents.