Is New York City or Redwood City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Redwood City is safer than New York City (Safety Score 38/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,092 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 31% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Redwood City has a 36% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 103.7x 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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Redwood City — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Redwood City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,092.2 | +947.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 472.2 | +199.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 2.5 | +1.4 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 53.7 | -30.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 137.4 | +50.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 278.5 | +177.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,620.0 | +748.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 118.7 | +36.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,246.6 | +768.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 254.8 | -56.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Redwood City safer?
Redwood City is safer with a total crime rate of 2,092 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Redwood City has 472.2. Redwood City 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 Redwood City, CA
Redwood City, the county seat of San Mateo County, was once a major lumber port. It sits on the San Francisco Peninsula, with a diverse population and a significant Latin American community. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 80,060, Redwood City has a total crime rate of 2,092.2 per 100,000 residents.