Is New York City or Parlier Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Parlier is safer than New York City (Safety Score 45/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,864 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 39% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Parlier has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 577.3x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Parlier — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
Parlier, CA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Parlier | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,864.1 | +1,175.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 897.3 | -225.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 76.5 | -53.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 41.7 | +145.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 779.0 | -322.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 966.8 | +1,401.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 118.2 | +36.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 563.4 | +1,451.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 285.2 | -86.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Parlier safer?
Parlier is safer with a total crime rate of 1,864 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 Parlier has 897.3. New York 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 Parlier, CA
Parlier is a small city in California's Central Valley, primarily agricultural with a significant Hispanic population. It was founded by a railroad man, Captain T.E. Williams, in the late 19th century. The city's economy is heavily reliant on the surrounding farmlands. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 14,377, Parlier has a total crime rate of 1,864.1 per 100,000 residents.