Is New York City or Raymond Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Raymond is safer than New York City (Safety Score 96/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 362 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 88% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Raymond has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 750.7x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Raymond — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Raymond | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 361.8 | +2,677.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 54.3 | +617.2 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 27.1 | -3.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 0.0 | +187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 27.1 | +429.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 307.5 | +2,060.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 27.1 | +127.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 253.3 | +1,761.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 27.1 | +171.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Raymond safer?
Raymond is safer with a total crime rate of 362 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 88% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Raymond has 54.3. Raymond 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 Raymond, NH
Raymond, NH, a town of over 10,000 residents in Rockingham County, was once home to the historic Dudley-Weare House. Situated along Route 101, it offers access to nearby cities while retaining a suburban character. With a safety score of 96/100 and a population coverage of 11,056, Raymond has a total crime rate of 361.8 per 100,000 residents.