Is New York City or Skokie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Skokie is safer than New York City (Safety Score 21/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,890 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 5% lower. New York City has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Skokie has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 129.6x 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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Skokie — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Skokie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,890.1 | +149.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 204.5 | +466.9 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 29.7 | -6.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 64.0 | +123.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 110.9 | +345.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,685.5 | -317.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 715.1 | -560.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,675.3 | +339.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 295.1 | -96.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Skokie safer?
Skokie is safer with a total crime rate of 2,890 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 5% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Skokie has 204.5. Skokie 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 Skokie, IL
Skokie, a Chicago suburb, is home to the Illinois Holocaust Museum. Its diverse population of over 63,000 residents enjoys a mix of residential areas and commercial corridors. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 64,047, Skokie has a total crime rate of 2,890.1 per 100,000 residents.