Is New York City or Perkins Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Perkins Township is safer than New York City (Safety Score 23/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,760 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 9% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Perkins Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 658.3x 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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Perkins Township — 4-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Perkins Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,760.4 | +279.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 103.1 | +568.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 7.9 | +15.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 7.9 | +179.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 87.3 | +369.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,657.3 | -289.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 15.9 | +138.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 2,609.7 | -594.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 31.7 | +166.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Perkins Township safer?
Perkins Township is safer with a total crime rate of 2,760 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Perkins Township has 103.1. Perkins Township 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 Perkins Township, OH
Perkins Township, in north-central Erie County, is a suburban and rural area just south of Sandusky. Named for a founding family, its landscape is shaped by the nearby Sandusky Bay. The township is home to roughly 12,000 residents. With a safety score of 23/100 and a population coverage of 12,607, Perkins Township has a total crime rate of 2,760.4 per 100,000 residents.