Is New York City or Oak Lawn Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Oak Lawn is safer than New York City (Safety Score 44/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,907 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 37% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Oak Lawn has a 77% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 151.0x 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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Oak Lawn — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Oak Lawn | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,907.1 | +1,132.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 180.2 | +491.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 3.6 | +0.3 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 36.4 | -13.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 43.7 | +143.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 96.5 | +359.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,726.9 | +641.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 343.9 | -189.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,155.5 | +859.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 227.5 | -28.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Oak Lawn safer?
Oak Lawn is safer with a total crime rate of 1,907 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 37% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Oak Lawn has 180.2. Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn, IL
Oak Lawn, a southwestern suburb of Chicago, is known for its annual fall parade. This village in Cook County is largely residential, with a diverse population. With a safety score of 44/100 and a population coverage of 54,953, Oak Lawn has a total crime rate of 1,907.1 per 100,000 residents.