Is New York City or Round Rock Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Round Rock is safer than New York City (Safety Score 39/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,071 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 32% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Round Rock has a 91% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 62.0x 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 | Round Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,071.4 | +968.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 130.7 | +540.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 1.5 | +2.4 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 29.1 | -5.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 17.2 | +170.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 82.9 | +373.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,940.7 | +427.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 170.3 | -15.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,629.2 | +385.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 141.2 | +57.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Round Rock safer?
Round Rock is safer with a total crime rate of 2,071 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 32% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Round Rock has 130.7. Round Rock 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 Round Rock, TX
Round Rock, home to Dell Technologies, is a growing city north of Austin. Situated on the Balcones Escarpment, it blends suburban development with natural features along Brushy Creek. Its population has surged, nearing 120,000 residents. With a safety score of 39/100 and a population coverage of 133,868, Round Rock has a total crime rate of 2,071.4 per 100,000 residents.