Is New York City or Sioux City Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, New York City is safer than Sioux City (Safety Score 19/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,882 for Sioux City — 22% lower. New York City has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Sioux City has a 49% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 96.8x 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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Sioux City — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Sioux City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 3,881.7 | -842.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 557.7 | +113.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 3.5 | +0.4 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 84.0 | -60.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 95.7 | +91.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 372.2 | +84.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 3,324.0 | -955.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 474.9 | -320.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 2,555.1 | -540.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 294.0 | -95.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Sioux City safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,882 for Sioux City — a 22% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Sioux City has 557.7. Sioux City 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 Sioux City, IA
Sioux City, Iowa, sits at the confluence of the Missouri and Big Sioux rivers, a historic hub of the meatpacking industry. It's the largest city in western Iowa, with a diverse population reflecting its industrial past. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 85,711, Sioux City has a total crime rate of 3,881.7 per 100,000 residents.