Is New York City or Southaven Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Southaven is safer than New York City (Safety Score 32/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,339 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 23% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Southaven has a 83% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 144.2x 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?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Southaven | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,339.4 | +700.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 314.6 | +356.9 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 1.7 | +2.2 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 20.9 | +2.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 31.3 | +156.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 250.3 | +206.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,024.8 | +343.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 170.3 | -15.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,612.9 | +402.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 241.6 | -43.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Southaven safer?
Southaven is safer with a total crime rate of 2,339 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 23% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Southaven has 314.6. Southaven 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 Southaven, MS
Southaven, Mississippi, a suburb of Memphis, Tennessee, grew rapidly after the construction of I-55 in the 1970s. It is the largest city in DeSoto County, boasting a diverse population of over 55,000 residents. The Snowden District is a significant commercial and entertainment hub. With a safety score of 32/100 and a population coverage of 57,537, Southaven has a total crime rate of 2,339.4 per 100,000 residents.