Is New York City or West Sacramento Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, West Sacramento is safer than New York City (Safety Score 51/100 vs 19/100), with a total crime rate of 1,663 per 100,000 versus 3,040 for New York City — 45% lower. New York City has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where West Sacramento has a 58% lower rate.
Note: New York City is 146.8x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | New York City | West Sacramento | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,039.7 | 1,662.7 | +1,377.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 671.4 | 293.6 | +377.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.9 | 3.5 | +0.4 |
| Rape Rate | 23.4 | 23.0 | +0.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 187.5 | 79.6 | +107.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 456.2 | 187.5 | +268.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,368.3 | 1,369.0 | +999.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 154.7 | 224.6 | -69.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,015.0 | 866.7 | +1,148.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 198.5 | 277.7 | -79.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is New York City or West Sacramento safer?
West Sacramento is safer with a total crime rate of 1,663 per 100K vs 3,040 for New York City — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
New York City has a violent crime rate of 671.4 per 100K while West Sacramento has 293.6. West Sacramento 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 West Sacramento, CA
West Sacramento, once a bustling port town on the Sacramento River, is a diverse city in Yolo County. It's home to a significant industrial base and a growing population, many of whom commute to Sacramento for work. With a safety score of 51/100 and a population coverage of 56,536, West Sacramento has a total crime rate of 1,662.7 per 100,000 residents.