Is New York City or Pinehurst Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Pinehurst is safer than New York City (Safety Score 97/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 337 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 89% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Pinehurst has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 443.4x 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?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Pinehurst | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 336.6 | +2,703.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 58.8 | +612.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 21.4 | +2.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 0.0 | +187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 37.4 | +418.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 277.8 | +2,090.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 53.4 | +101.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 203.0 | +1,812.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 21.4 | +177.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Pinehurst safer?
Pinehurst is safer with a total crime rate of 337 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 89% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Pinehurst has 58.8. Pinehurst 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 Pinehurst, NC
Pinehurst, North Carolina, a historic golf haven, is home to the renowned Pinehurst Resort. This affluent village in Moore County boasts a higher median household income than the state average. With a safety score of 97/100 and a population coverage of 18,716, Pinehurst has a total crime rate of 336.6 per 100,000 residents.