Is New York City or Port Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than Port Angeles (Safety Score 19/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,055 for Port Angeles — 0% lower. New York City has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Port Angeles has a 74% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 412.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Port Angeles — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Port Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 3,054.7 | -15.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 571.2 | +100.2 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 9.9 | -6.0 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 114.2 | -90.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 49.7 | +137.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 392.4 | +63.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,483.5 | -115.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 511.6 | -356.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,738.4 | +276.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 233.5 | -34.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Port Angeles safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,055 for Port Angeles — a 0% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Port Angeles has 571.2. Port Angeles 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 Port Angeles, WA
Nestled on the Olympic Peninsula, Port Angeles is a gateway to Olympic National Park, with a rich logging history. Its population is around 20,000, and it sits across the Strait of Juan de Fuca from Victoria, Canada. With a safety score of 19/100 and a population coverage of 20,133, Port Angeles has a total crime rate of 3,054.7 per 100,000 residents.