Is New York City or San Antonio Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than San Antonio (Safety Score 19/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 5,219 for San Antonio — 42% lower. New York City has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where New York City has a 53% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 5.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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San Antonio — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | San Antonio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 5,219.0 | -2,179.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 595.3 | +76.1 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 8.4 | -4.5 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 83.7 | -60.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 108.4 | +79.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 393.7 | +62.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 4,623.6 | -2,255.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 495.6 | -340.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 3,291.8 | -1,276.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 836.3 | -637.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or San Antonio safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 5,219 for San Antonio — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while San Antonio has 595.3. San Antonio 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 San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, a South Texas city famed for the Alamo, sits along the Balcones Escarpment. Its population is predominantly Hispanic, reflecting a rich blend of cultures. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 1,514,458, San Antonio has a total crime rate of 5,219.0 per 100,000 residents.