Is New York City or Ross Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Ross Township is safer than New York City (Safety Score 25/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 12% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Ross Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 258.7x 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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Ross Township — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
Ross Township, PA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Ross Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,662.4 | +377.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 53.0 | +618.4 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 24.9 | -1.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 3.1 | +184.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 24.9 | +431.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,609.4 | -241.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 68.6 | +86.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 2,509.7 | -494.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 31.2 | +167.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Ross Township safer?
Ross Township is safer with a total crime rate of 2,662 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Ross Township has 53.0. Ross Township 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 Ross Township, PA
Ross Township, established in 1809, is a suburban municipality in northern Allegheny County. It is home to roughly 33,000 residents and features the bustling Ross Park Mall. With a safety score of 25/100 and a population coverage of 32,076, Ross Township has a total crime rate of 2,662.4 per 100,000 residents.