Is New York City or Sanger Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Sanger is safer than New York City (Safety Score 55/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,558 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 49% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Sanger has a 80% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 316.2x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Sanger — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Sanger | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,558.4 | +1,481.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 483.9 | +187.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 7.6 | -3.7 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 53.3 | -29.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 38.1 | +149.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 384.8 | +71.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,074.5 | +1,293.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 99.1 | +55.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 781.1 | +1,233.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 194.3 | +4.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Sanger safer?
Sanger is safer with a total crime rate of 1,558 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 49% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Sanger has 483.9. Sanger 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 Sanger, CA
Sanger, a Central Valley city known for its "Nation's Christmas Tree" designation, lies east of Fresno. This agriculturally rich community is home to a diverse population, with a significant Hispanic presence. With a safety score of 55/100 and a population coverage of 26,245, Sanger has a total crime rate of 1,558.4 per 100,000 residents.