Is New York City or Prattville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Prattville is safer than New York City (Safety Score 37/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,117 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 30% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Prattville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 208.4x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Prattville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,117.1 | +922.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 226.0 | +445.4 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 17.6 | +5.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 25.1 | +162.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 183.3 | +272.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,891.1 | +477.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 135.6 | +19.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,629.9 | +385.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 125.6 | +73.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Prattville safer?
Prattville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,117 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 30% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Prattville has 226.0. Prattville 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 Prattville, AL
Prattville, "The Fountain City," is a Central Alabama city with a rich manufacturing history, founded by industrialist Daniel Pratt. Located just north of Montgomery, it serves as the county seat of Autauga County, with a population exceeding 37,000. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 39,818, Prattville has a total crime rate of 2,117.1 per 100,000 residents.