Is New York City or Statesboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Statesboro is safer than New York City (Safety Score 26/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,610 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 14% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Statesboro has a 71% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 238.6x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than New York City, NY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Statesboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,610.1 | +429.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 370.8 | +300.6 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 8.6 | -4.7 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 25.9 | -2.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 54.6 | +132.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 281.7 | +174.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 2,239.3 | +129.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 149.5 | +5.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,923.1 | +91.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 166.7 | +31.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Statesboro safer?
Statesboro is safer with a total crime rate of 2,610 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 14% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Statesboro has 370.8. Statesboro 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 Statesboro, GA
Statesboro, Georgia, is home to Georgia Southern University, a major regional institution. Located in Bulloch County, it's a growing Southern city with a population of over 33,000. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 34,788, Statesboro has a total crime rate of 2,610.1 per 100,000 residents.