Is New York City or Oregon City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Oregon City is safer than New York City (Safety Score 55/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,556 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 49% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oregon City has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 223.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Oregon City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Oregon City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,555.9 | +1,483.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 231.1 | +440.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 48.4 | -25.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 16.1 | +171.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 166.6 | +289.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,324.8 | +1,043.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 115.6 | +39.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,080.3 | +934.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 129.0 | +69.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Oregon City safer?
Oregon City is safer with a total crime rate of 1,556 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Oregon City has 231.1. Oregon 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 Oregon City, OR
Oregon City, the first incorporated city west of the Rocky Mountains, sits at the confluence of the Willamette and Clackamas Rivers. Once the capital of the Oregon Territory, its population is around 38,000. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 37,213, Oregon City has a total crime rate of 1,555.9 per 100,000 residents.