Is New York City or Snoqualmie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Snoqualmie is safer than New York City (Safety Score 70/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,116 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 63% lower. New York City has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Snoqualmie has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 625.7x 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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Snoqualmie — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
Snoqualmie, WA
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Snoqualmie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,115.7 | +1,924.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 45.2 | +626.2 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 22.6 | +0.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 7.5 | +179.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 15.1 | +441.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,070.5 | +1,297.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 67.9 | +86.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 889.6 | +1,125.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 113.1 | +85.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Snoqualmie safer?
Snoqualmie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,116 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 63% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Snoqualmie has 45.2. Snoqualmie 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 Snoqualmie, WA
Nestled in the Cascade foothills, Snoqualmie is a small city known for its namesake falls. Its population of around 14,000 enjoys a scenic, forested environment. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 13,265, Snoqualmie has a total crime rate of 1,115.7 per 100,000 residents.