Is New York City or North Canton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, North Canton is safer than New York City (Safety Score 69/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,149 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 62% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where North Canton has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 472.2x 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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North Canton — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
North Canton, OH
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | North Canton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,149.2 | +1,890.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 56.9 | +614.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 22.8 | +0.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 5.7 | +181.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 28.5 | +427.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,092.3 | +1,275.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 51.2 | +103.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,024.1 | +990.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 17.1 | +181.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or North Canton safer?
North Canton is safer with a total crime rate of 1,149 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 62% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while North Canton has 56.9. North Canton 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 North Canton, OH
North Canton, Ohio, a suburb south of Akron, is home to the Hoover Company's former headquarters. This Stark County city has a population of around 17,000, with a median age in the low 40s. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 17,577, North Canton has a total crime rate of 1,149.2 per 100,000 residents.