Is New York City or South San Francisco Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, South San Francisco is safer than New York City (Safety Score 45/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,859 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 39% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where South San Francisco has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 133.4x 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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South San Francisco — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | South San Francisco | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,859.3 | +1,180.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 300.5 | +370.9 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 0.0 | +3.9 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 22.5 | +0.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 35.4 | +152.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 242.7 | +213.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,558.8 | +809.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 102.9 | +51.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,107.2 | +907.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 348.7 | -150.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or South San Francisco safer?
South San Francisco is safer with a total crime rate of 1,859 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 39% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while South San Francisco has 300.5. South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco, CA
South San Francisco, once "The Industrial City," is a diverse Bay Area city located just north of San Francisco International Airport. Its waterfront location and proximity to major biotech firms define much of its character. With a safety score of 45/100 and a population coverage of 62,229, South San Francisco has a total crime rate of 1,859.3 per 100,000 residents.
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