Is New York City or Oxnard Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Oxnard is safer than New York City (Safety Score 29/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,474 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 19% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Oxnard has a 37% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 42.1x 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?
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Oxnard — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Oxnard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,473.6 | +566.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 596.4 | +75.1 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 3.0 | +0.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 32.9 | -9.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 118.6 | +68.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 441.8 | +14.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,877.3 | +491.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 200.7 | -45.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,315.4 | +699.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 361.3 | -162.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Oxnard safer?
Oxnard is safer with a total crime rate of 2,474 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 19% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Oxnard has 596.4. Oxnard 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 Oxnard, CA
Oxnard, a coastal city in Ventura County, is known for its strawberry fields and as a gateway to the Channel Islands. Founded by Henry T. Oxnard for a sugar beet factory, its diverse population enjoys a Mediterranean climate. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 197,361, Oxnard has a total crime rate of 2,473.6 per 100,000 residents.