Is New York City or Norristown Borough Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Norristown Borough is safer than New York City (Safety Score 30/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,413 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 21% lower. New York City has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 53% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 232.1x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Norristown Borough — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Norristown Borough | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,413.0 | +626.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 453.0 | +218.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 8.4 | -4.5 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 19.6 | +3.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 215.3 | -27.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 206.9 | +249.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,960.1 | +408.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 206.9 | -52.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,221.9 | +793.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 531.3 | -332.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Norristown Borough safer?
Norristown Borough is safer with a total crime rate of 2,413 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 21% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Norristown Borough has 453.0. Norristown Borough 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 Norristown Borough, PA
Norristown, the Montgomery County seat, is a diverse borough along the Schuylkill River. It was once a major mill town and is home to a significant Hispanic population. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 35,764, Norristown Borough has a total crime rate of 2,413.0 per 100,000 residents.