Is New York City or Richardson Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Richardson is safer than New York City (Safety Score 41/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,986 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 35% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Richardson has a 80% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 70.4x 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?
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Richardson — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Richardson | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,986.2 | +1,053.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 152.6 | +518.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 1.7 | +2.2 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 8.5 | +14.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 38.2 | +149.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 98.3 | +357.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,833.6 | +534.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 220.4 | -65.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,295.3 | +719.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 317.9 | -119.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Richardson safer?
Richardson is safer with a total crime rate of 1,986 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 35% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Richardson has 152.6. Richardson 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 Richardson, TX
Richardson, a northern Dallas suburb, is home to the Telecom Corridor, a hub for technology companies. This city of over 120,000 residents boasts a diverse population. With a safety score of 41/100 and a population coverage of 117,962, Richardson has a total crime rate of 1,986.2 per 100,000 residents.