Is New York City or Ogden Town Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Ogden Town is safer than New York City (Safety Score 89/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 603 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 80% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Ogden Town has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 413.3x 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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Ogden Town — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Ogden Town | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 602.5 | +2,437.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 39.8 | +631.6 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 10.0 | +13.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 10.0 | +177.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 19.9 | +436.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 562.7 | +1,805.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 29.9 | +124.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 483.0 | +1,532.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 49.8 | +148.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Ogden Town safer?
Ogden Town is safer with a total crime rate of 603 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 80% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Ogden Town has 39.8. Ogden Town 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 Ogden Town, NY
Ogden Town, New York, a suburban community in Monroe County, is known for its annual "Ogden Daze" festival. Situated just west of Rochester, its population of around 20,000 residents reflects a mix of families and commuters. With a safety score of 89/100 and a population coverage of 20,082, Ogden Town has a total crime rate of 602.5 per 100,000 residents.