Is New York City or Savage Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Savage is safer than New York City (Safety Score 82/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 794 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 74% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Savage has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 250.4x 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 SAFER than New York City, NY?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Savage — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Savage | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 793.6 | +2,246.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 78.5 | +593.0 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 6.0 | +17.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 12.1 | +175.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 60.4 | +395.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 715.2 | +1,653.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 84.5 | +70.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 585.4 | +1,429.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 45.3 | +153.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Savage safer?
Savage is safer with a total crime rate of 794 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 74% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Savage has 78.5. Savage 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 Savage, MN
Savage, Minnesota, a southern suburb of Minneapolis, was once known as Hamilton. This city of over 32,000 residents lies along the Minnesota River, with a diverse mix of residential and industrial areas. With a safety score of 82/100 and a population coverage of 33,140, Savage has a total crime rate of 793.6 per 100,000 residents.