Is New York City or Rochester Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Rochester is safer than New York City (Safety Score 66/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,221 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 60% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Rochester has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 245.3x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Rochester — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Rochester | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,220.8 | +1,818.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 76.9 | +594.6 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 35.5 | -12.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 11.8 | +175.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 29.6 | +426.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,143.9 | +1,224.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 59.1 | +95.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 999.1 | +1,015.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 85.7 | +112.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Rochester safer?
Rochester is safer with a total crime rate of 1,221 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 60% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Rochester has 76.9. Rochester 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 Rochester, NH
Rochester, once a major shoemaking hub, sits along the Cocheco River in Strafford County. This small city in southeastern New Hampshire is home to over 32,000 residents. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 33,831, Rochester has a total crime rate of 1,220.8 per 100,000 residents.