Is New York City or Trenton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Trenton is safer than New York City (Safety Score 90/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 576 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 81% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Trenton has a 100% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 468.9x 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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Trenton — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Trenton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 576.3 | +2,463.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 33.9 | +637.5 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 5.7 | -1.7 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 11.3 | +12.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 0.0 | +187.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 17.0 | +439.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 542.4 | +1,825.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 5.7 | +149.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 429.4 | +1,585.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 107.4 | +91.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Trenton safer?
Trenton is safer with a total crime rate of 576 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 81% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Trenton has 33.9. Trenton 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 Trenton, MI
Trenton, Michigan, a Downriver community, boasts a rich industrial past, once home to a major Chrysler plant. Situated along the Detroit River, it's a suburban city within Wayne County. With a safety score of 90/100 and a population coverage of 17,698, Trenton has a total crime rate of 576.3 per 100,000 residents.