Is New York City or Parma Heights Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Parma Heights is safer than New York City (Safety Score 97/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 361 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 88% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Parma Heights has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 405.2x 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?
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Parma Heights — 3-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Parma Heights | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 361.3 | +2,678.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 29.3 | +642.1 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 0.0 | +23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 0.0 | +187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 29.3 | +426.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 332.0 | +2,036.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 53.7 | +101.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 219.7 | +1,795.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 58.6 | +140.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Parma Heights safer?
Parma Heights is safer with a total crime rate of 361 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 88% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Parma Heights has 29.3. Parma Heights 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 Parma Heights, OH
Parma Heights, a suburb southwest of Cleveland, was incorporated in 1911. The city is home to Cuyahoga Community College's western campus, serving a diverse population. With a safety score of 97/100 and a population coverage of 20,484, Parma Heights has a total crime rate of 361.3 per 100,000 residents.