Is New York City or Palmview Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Palmview is safer than New York City (Safety Score 42/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,939 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 36% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Palmview has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 522.4x 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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Palmview — 2-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
Palmview, TX
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Palmview | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,938.7 | +1,101.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 478.4 | +193.1 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 18.9 | +4.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 18.9 | +168.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 440.6 | +15.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,460.3 | +908.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 270.7 | -115.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,038.6 | +976.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 151.1 | +47.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Palmview safer?
Palmview is safer with a total crime rate of 1,939 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 36% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Palmview has 478.4. Palmview 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 Palmview, TX
Palmview, Texas, a Rio Grande Valley city, was incorporated in 1962. It is predominantly Hispanic, with a population exceeding 26,000. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 15,887, Palmview has a total crime rate of 1,938.7 per 100,000 residents.