Is New York City or Plainfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Plainfield is safer than New York City (Safety Score 40/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,021 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 34% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Plainfield has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 148.3x 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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Plainfield — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Plainfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,020.5 | +1,019.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 410.9 | +260.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 14.3 | +9.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 103.6 | +83.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 293.0 | +163.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,609.7 | +758.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 135.8 | +19.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,345.2 | +669.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 128.6 | +69.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Plainfield safer?
Plainfield is safer with a total crime rate of 2,021 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 34% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Plainfield has 410.9. Plainfield 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 Plainfield, NJ
Plainfield, "The Queen City," boasts a rich Victorian architectural heritage and a diverse population. Situated in Union County, it was once a popular resort town for wealthy New Yorkers. With a safety score of 40/100 and a population coverage of 55,975, Plainfield has a total crime rate of 2,020.5 per 100,000 residents.