Is New York City or Shelton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Shelton is safer than New York City (Safety Score 22/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,872 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 6% lower. New York City has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Shelton has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 759.1x 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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Shelton — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Shelton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,872.0 | +167.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 475.6 | +195.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 128.1 | -104.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 82.3 | +105.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 265.3 | +191.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,396.4 | -28.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 402.5 | -247.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,673.8 | +341.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 320.1 | -121.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Shelton safer?
Shelton is safer with a total crime rate of 2,872 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Shelton has 475.6. Shelton 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 Shelton, WA
Shelton, the "Christmas Tree Capital," is a city in Mason County, Washington. Nestled at the base of Hood Canal, it's a small community with a population of around 11,000. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 10,933, Shelton has a total crime rate of 2,872.0 per 100,000 residents.