Is New York City or Parma Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Parma is safer than New York City (Safety Score 81/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 829 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 73% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Parma has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 105.1x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Parma | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 829.5 | +2,210.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 119.0 | +552.4 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 29.1 | -5.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 10.1 | +177.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 79.8 | +376.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 710.4 | +1,657.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 68.4 | +86.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 548.3 | +1,466.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 93.7 | +104.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Parma safer?
Parma is safer with a total crime rate of 829 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Parma has 119.0. Parma 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, OH
Parma, a large suburb of Cleveland, was once home to a significant Bohemian population. It's known for its many churches and the Big Creek Reservation, part of the Cleveland Metroparks. With a safety score of 81/100 and a population coverage of 78,967, Parma has a total crime rate of 829.5 per 100,000 residents.