Is New York City or Post Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Post Falls is safer than New York City (Safety Score 82/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 794 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 74% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Post Falls has a 94% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 177.2x 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?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Post Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 794.3 | +2,245.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 151.6 | +519.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 2.1 | +1.8 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 8.5 | +14.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 10.7 | +176.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 130.2 | +326.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 642.7 | +1,725.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 87.5 | +67.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 508.2 | +1,506.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 47.0 | +151.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Post Falls safer?
Post Falls is safer with a total crime rate of 794 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Post Falls has 151.6. Post Falls 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 Post Falls, ID
Nestled along the Spokane River, Post Falls is a growing city in Kootenai County, once home to a significant lumber industry. Its proximity to Coeur d'Alene and Spokane makes it a popular residential area. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 46,835, Post Falls has a total crime rate of 794.3 per 100,000 residents.