Is New York City or Vancouver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, New York City is safer than Vancouver (Safety Score 19/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100,000 versus 3,991 for Vancouver — 24% lower. New York City has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Vancouver has a 35% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 41.9x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Vancouver — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 3,991.0 | -951.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 583.8 | +87.7 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 5.6 | -1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 61.6 | -38.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 122.1 | +65.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 393.1 | +63.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 3,407.3 | -1,039.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 469.2 | -314.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 2,341.1 | -326.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 596.9 | -398.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Vancouver safer?
New York City is safer with a total crime rate of 3,040 per 100K vs 3,991 for Vancouver — a 24% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Vancouver 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 Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, Washington, across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon, is the fourth-largest city in Washington. It was the site of Fort Vancouver, a major 19th-century fur trading post. The city has seen significant growth, with a population over 190,000. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 198,194, Vancouver has a total crime rate of 3,991.0 per 100,000 residents.