Is New York City or Pinole Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Pinole is safer than New York City (Safety Score 29/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,458 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 19% lower. New York City has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Pinole has a 40% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 453.3x 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 SAFER than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Pinole — 5-Year Trend
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Pinole, CA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Pinole | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,457.7 | +582.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 404.2 | +267.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 5.5 | -1.5 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 16.4 | +7.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 169.3 | +18.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 213.0 | +243.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,053.5 | +314.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 240.3 | -85.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,463.7 | +551.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 349.5 | -151.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Pinole safer?
Pinole is safer with a total crime rate of 2,458 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 19% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Pinole has 404.2. Pinole 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 Pinole, CA
Nestled along San Pablo Bay, Pinole is a diverse East Bay community that grew from a 19th-century rancho. Its hilly terrain offers views of the Carquinez Strait, with a population reflecting a mix of suburban and working-class residents. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 18,310, Pinole has a total crime rate of 2,457.7 per 100,000 residents.