Is New York City or Powell Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Powell is safer than New York City (Safety Score 78/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 926 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 70% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Powell has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 569.5x 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?
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Powell — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Powell | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 926.4 | +2,113.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 27.5 | +644.0 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 0.0 | +23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 0.0 | +187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 20.6 | +435.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 899.0 | +1,469.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 41.2 | +113.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 802.9 | +1,212.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 54.9 | +143.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Powell safer?
Powell is safer with a total crime rate of 926 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 70% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Powell has 27.5. Powell 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 Powell, OH
Powell, Ohio, a suburb of Columbus, was incorporated in 1913. Located in southern Delaware County, it's known for its family-friendly atmosphere and rapid population growth in recent decades. With a safety score of 78/100 and a population coverage of 14,572, Powell has a total crime rate of 926.4 per 100,000 residents.