Is New York City or Saugus Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Saugus is safer than New York City (Safety Score 52/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,652 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 46% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Saugus has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 284.4x 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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Saugus — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Saugus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,651.8 | +1,387.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 250.2 | +421.3 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 30.8 | -7.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 6.9 | +180.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 212.5 | +243.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,401.6 | +966.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 96.0 | +58.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,199.5 | +815.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 106.2 | +92.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Saugus safer?
Saugus is safer with a total crime rate of 1,652 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 46% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Saugus has 250.2. Saugus 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 Saugus, MA
Saugus, Massachusetts, a town in Essex County, is home to the historic Kowloon Restaurant, a beloved Tiki establishment. Situated just north of Boston, it features a mix of suburban areas and light commercial zones. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 29,180, Saugus has a total crime rate of 1,651.8 per 100,000 residents.