Is New York City or Sioux Falls Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than Sioux Falls (Safety Score 19/100 vs 14/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,442 for Sioux Falls — 12% lower. New York City has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Sioux Falls has a 75% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 39.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Sioux Falls — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Sioux Falls | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 3,442.0 | -402.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 526.7 | +144.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 6.6 | -2.7 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 28.0 | -4.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 47.4 | +140.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 444.7 | +11.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,915.2 | -547.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 303.0 | -148.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 2,174.7 | -159.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 437.6 | -239.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Sioux Falls safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,442 for Sioux Falls — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Sioux Falls has 526.7. Sioux Falls 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 Falls, SD
Sioux Falls, named for the Big Sioux River and its waterfalls, is South Dakota's largest city. It's a regional hub for healthcare and finance, with a growing population of over 200,000 residents. The city's economy has historically been tied to agriculture. With a safety score of 14/100 and a population coverage of 210,926, Sioux Falls has a total crime rate of 3,442.0 per 100,000 residents.