Is New York City or Orange Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Orange is safer than New York City (Safety Score 52/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,643 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 46% lower. New York City has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 81% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 435.7x 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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Orange — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Orange | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,643.0 | +1,396.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 451.4 | +220.0 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 21.0 | -17.1 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 94.5 | -71.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 47.2 | +140.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 288.7 | +167.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,191.6 | +1,176.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 362.2 | -207.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 624.7 | +1,390.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 204.7 | -6.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Orange safer?
Orange is safer with a total crime rate of 1,643 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 46% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Orange has 451.4. Orange 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 Orange, TX
Orange, Texas, a petrochemical hub on the Sabine River near Louisiana, was once a major lumber port. Its location in southeastern Texas makes it vulnerable to hurricanes. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 19,050, Orange has a total crime rate of 1,643.0 per 100,000 residents.