Is New York City or Rocklin Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Rocklin is safer than New York City (Safety Score 72/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,068 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 65% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Rocklin has a 91% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 112.1x 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?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Rocklin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,068.2 | +1,971.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 164.8 | +506.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 1.4 | +2.6 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 33.8 | -10.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 17.6 | +169.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 112.1 | +344.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 903.5 | +1,464.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 71.6 | +83.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 773.8 | +1,241.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 58.1 | +140.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Rocklin safer?
Rocklin is safer with a total crime rate of 1,068 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 65% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Rocklin has 164.8. Rocklin 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 Rocklin, CA
Rocklin, a Placer County city, grew from its quarrying roots in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Once a stop on the transcontinental railroad, it's now a rapidly expanding Sacramento suburb with a population nearing 80,000. With a safety score of 72/100 and a population coverage of 74,048, Rocklin has a total crime rate of 1,068.2 per 100,000 residents.