Is New York City or Snellville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Snellville is safer than New York City (Safety Score 34/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,258 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 26% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Snellville has a 81% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 367.5x 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?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Snellville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,258.0 | +781.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 186.0 | +485.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 4.4 | -0.5 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 22.1 | +1.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 35.4 | +152.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 124.0 | +332.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,072.1 | +296.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 88.6 | +66.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,819.7 | +195.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 163.8 | +34.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Snellville safer?
Snellville is safer with a total crime rate of 2,258 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Snellville has 186.0. Snellville 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 Snellville, GA
Snellville, a Gwinnett County suburb, grew from a crossroads settlement established by two English immigrants. It's known for its "Snellville Days" festival and sits roughly 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, experiencing steady population growth. With a safety score of 34/100 and a population coverage of 22,586, Snellville has a total crime rate of 2,258.0 per 100,000 residents.