Is New York City or Warren Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Warren is safer than New York City (Safety Score 38/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 2,098 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 31% lower. New York City has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Warren has a 81% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 61.1x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Warren — 5-Year Trend
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Warren, MI
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Warren | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 2,098.0 | +941.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 544.0 | +127.4 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 5.2 | -1.2 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 76.6 | -53.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 35.3 | +152.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 424.8 | +31.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,554.0 | +814.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 204.7 | -49.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 997.5 | +1,017.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 351.9 | -153.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Warren safer?
Warren is safer with a total crime rate of 2,098 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 31% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Warren has 544.0. Warren 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 Warren, MI
Warren, Michigan, a large suburb north of Detroit, is home to the General Motors Technical Center. Once a farming community, it evolved into a significant manufacturing hub, with a diverse population exceeding 130,000 residents. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 135,843, Warren has a total crime rate of 2,098.0 per 100,000 residents.