Is New York City or Waxahachie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Waxahachie is safer than New York City (Safety Score 47/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,794 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 41% lower. New York City has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Waxahachie has a 95% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 168.6x 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?
New York City — 5-Year Trend
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Waxahachie — 5-Year Trend
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New York City, NY
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | Waxahachie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,793.9 | +1,245.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 223.5 | +448.0 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 4.1 | -0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 50.8 | -27.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 10.2 | +177.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 158.5 | +297.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,570.4 | +797.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 121.9 | +32.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 1,286.0 | +729.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 162.5 | +36.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or Waxahachie safer?
Waxahachie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,794 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 41% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while Waxahachie has 223.5. Waxahachie 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 Waxahachie, TX
Waxahachie, the "Gingerbread City," boasts a historic downtown square with exquisite Victorian architecture. Located just south of Dallas, this Ellis County seat has seen significant population growth, now home to over 45,000 residents. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 49,223, Waxahachie has a total crime rate of 1,793.9 per 100,000 residents.