Is New York City or Racine Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Racine is safer than New York City (Safety Score 57/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,498 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 51% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Racine has a 67% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 108.9x 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 | Racine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,497.8 | +1,541.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 385.6 | +285.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 5.3 | -1.3 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 78.7 | -55.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 61.7 | +125.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 237.4 | +218.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,112.2 | +1,256.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 200.7 | -45.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 722.7 | +1,292.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 188.9 | +9.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Racine safer?
Racine is safer with a total crime rate of 1,498 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 51% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Racine has 385.6. Racine 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 Racine, WI
Racine, settled at the mouth of the Root River on Lake Michigan, boasts a rich Danish heritage and is home to the SC Johnson Headquarters, a landmark designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Its population is around 77,000. With a safety score of 57/100 and a population coverage of 76,243, Racine has a total crime rate of 1,497.8 per 100,000 residents.