Is New York City or Princeton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Princeton is safer than New York City (Safety Score 70/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,122 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 63% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Princeton has a 90% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 311.4x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Princeton — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Princeton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,122.0 | +1,917.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 277.7 | +393.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 3.8 | +0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 37.5 | -14.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 18.8 | +168.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 213.9 | +242.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 844.3 | +1,524.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 247.7 | -92.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 544.1 | +1,470.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 52.5 | +146.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Princeton safer?
Princeton is safer with a total crime rate of 1,122 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Princeton has 277.7. Princeton 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 Princeton, TX
Princeton, Texas, a Collin County suburb, was once known as the "Onion Capital of the World." It lies north of Dallas, experiencing rapid population growth. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 26,650, Princeton has a total crime rate of 1,122.0 per 100,000 residents.