Is New York City or Palm Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, New York City is safer than Palm Springs (Safety Score 19/100 vs 10/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,821 for Palm Springs — 20% lower. New York City has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 64% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 182.8x 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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Palm Springs — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Palm Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 3,821.1 | -781.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 607.9 | +63.6 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 11.0 | -7.1 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 68.3 | -44.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 147.6 | +39.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 376.6 | +79.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 3,213.2 | -845.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 385.4 | -230.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 2,354.3 | -339.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 473.5 | -275.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Palm Springs safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,821 for Palm Springs — a 20% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Palm Springs has 607.9. Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs, CA
Nestled in the Coachella Valley, Palm Springs is an iconic desert resort known for its mid-century modern architecture and as a playground for Hollywood's elite. Its population swells seasonally, attracting snowbirds and tourists seeking warm weather and leisure. With a safety score of 10/100 and a population coverage of 45,406, Palm Springs has a total crime rate of 3,821.1 per 100,000 residents.