Is New York City or Red Bank Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Red Bank is safer than New York City (Safety Score 54/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,569 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 48% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Red Bank has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 685.2x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Red Bank — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Red Bank | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,568.6 | +1,471.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 396.3 | +275.2 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 0.0 | +23.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 8.3 | +179.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 388.0 | +68.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,172.3 | +1,196.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 140.4 | +14.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 842.1 | +1,172.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 189.9 | +8.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Red Bank safer?
Red Bank is safer with a total crime rate of 1,569 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 48% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Red Bank has 396.3. Red Bank 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 Red Bank, TN
Red Bank, Tennessee, part of the Chattanooga metropolitan area, is a suburban community known for its historic Stringer's Ridge. This town of over 11,000 residents lies just north of the Tennessee River. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 12,113, Red Bank has a total crime rate of 1,568.6 per 100,000 residents.