Is New York City or Port Huron Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Port Huron is safer than New York City (Safety Score 37/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,106 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 31% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Port Huron has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 294.3x 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 Huron — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Port Huron | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,106.1 | +933.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 602.8 | +68.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 92.2 | -68.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 7.1 | +180.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 503.5 | -47.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,503.3 | +864.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 262.4 | -107.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,141.7 | +873.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 99.3 | +99.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Port Huron safer?
Port Huron is safer with a total crime rate of 2,106 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Port Huron has 602.8. Port Huron 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 Huron, MI
Port Huron, Michigan, the "Maritime Capital of the Great Lakes," sits at the southern end of Lake Huron at the head of the St. Clair River, across from Sarnia, Ontario. It's the birthplace of Thomas Edison and a city with a significant aging population. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 28,204, Port Huron has a total crime rate of 2,106.1 per 100,000 residents.