Is New York City or Palestine Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Palestine is safer than New York City (Safety Score 45/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,868 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 39% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Palestine has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 422.4x 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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Palestine — 5-Year Trend
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Palestine, TX
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Palestine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,867.9 | +1,171.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 422.4 | +249.0 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 127.2 | -103.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 25.5 | +162.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 264.7 | +191.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,445.4 | +922.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 127.2 | +27.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,129.9 | +885.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 188.3 | +10.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Palestine safer?
Palestine is safer with a total crime rate of 1,868 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 39% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Palestine has 422.4. Palestine 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 Palestine, TX
Palestine, TX, a city named after the biblical land, is the seat of Anderson County, located in East Texas. Historically a railroad town, its population is approximately 18,000. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 19,648, Palestine has a total crime rate of 1,867.9 per 100,000 residents.