Is New York City or North Little Rock Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, New York City is safer than North Little Rock (Safety Score 19/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 5,494 for North Little Rock — 45% lower. New York City has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 87% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 128.7x 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 Little Rock — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
North Little Rock, AR
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | North Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 5,494.1 | -2,454.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 1,181.6 | -510.2 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 29.5 | -25.5 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 40.3 | -16.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 181.4 | +6.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 928.9 | -472.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 4,312.5 | -1,944.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 601.7 | -446.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 3,189.8 | -1,174.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 521.0 | -322.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or North Little Rock safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 5,494 for North Little Rock — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while North Little Rock has 1,181.6. New York City 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 Little Rock, AR
North Little Rock, Arkansas, separated from Little Rock by the Arkansas River, boasts a rich railroad history, including the Argenta Historic District. This city of over 60,000 residents lies primarily in Pulaski County. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 64,487, North Little Rock has a total crime rate of 5,494.1 per 100,000 residents.