Is New York City or Sacramento Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, New York City is safer than Sacramento (Safety Score 19/100 vs 15/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,302 for Sacramento — 8% lower. New York City has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 54% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 15.8x 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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Sacramento — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 3,302.5 | -262.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 755.1 | -83.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 8.5 | -4.6 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 34.6 | -11.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 192.2 | -4.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 519.7 | -63.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,547.3 | -179.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 441.6 | -286.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,596.1 | +418.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 509.6 | -311.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Sacramento safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,302 for Sacramento — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Sacramento has 755.1. New York City 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 Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California's state capital, sits at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers. A key Gold Rush city, it's known for its tree-lined streets and diverse population. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 526,670, Sacramento has a total crime rate of 3,302.5 per 100,000 residents.