Is New York City or O'fallon Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, O'fallon is safer than New York City (Safety Score 92/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 538 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 82% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where O'fallon has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 87.4x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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O'fallon — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
O'fallon, MO
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | O'fallon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 538.4 | +2,501.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 59.0 | +612.4 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 17.9 | +5.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 1.1 | +186.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 40.0 | +416.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 479.4 | +1,888.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 30.6 | +124.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 413.0 | +1,602.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 35.8 | +162.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or O'fallon safer?
O'fallon is safer with a total crime rate of 538 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 82% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while O'fallon has 59.0. O'fallon 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 O'fallon, MO
O'Fallon, Missouri, a rapidly growing St. Charles County suburb, boasts a rich history, once home to the first Missouri State Capitol. Its population, now exceeding 90,000, reflects a diverse mix of families and professionals. With a safety score of 92/100 and a population coverage of 94,911, O'fallon has a total crime rate of 538.4 per 100,000 residents.