Moving from Rochester, NY to Rome, NY?
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Is Rochester, NY or Rome, NY Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Rome, NY is safer than Rochester, NY (Safety Score 33/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 2,293 per 100,000 versus 3,872 for Rochester, NY — 41% lower. Rochester has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Rome has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Rochester is 6.5x 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 Rochester, NY?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Rochester | Rome | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,871.6 | 2,292.8 | +1,578.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 582.3 | 237.5 | +344.8 |
| Murder Rate | 13.1 | 0.0 | +13.1 |
| Rape Rate | 18.4 | 38.0 | -19.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 153.3 | 15.8 | +137.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 397.4 | 183.7 | +213.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,289.3 | 2,055.3 | +1,234.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 404.7 | 272.4 | +132.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,795.8 | 1,729.1 | +66.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 1,088.8 | 53.8 | +1,035.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Rochester, NY to Rome, NY?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rochester or Rome safer?
Rome, NY is safer with a total crime rate of 2,293 per 100K vs 3,872 for Rochester, NY — a 41% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Rochester has a violent crime rate of 582.3 per 100K while Rome has 237.5. Rome has lower violent crime.
About Rochester, NY
Rochester, NY, a city along Lake Ontario's southern shore, was once the "Flour City" due to its milling industry on the Genesee River. It's home to a diverse population of just over 200,000 residents. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 206,093, Rochester has a total crime rate of 3,871.6 per 100,000 residents.
About Rome, NY
Rome, NY, the "Copper City," sits at the confluence of the Mohawk River and the Erie Canal. This Oneida County city was once home to the Rome Air Development Center. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 31,577, Rome has a total crime rate of 2,292.8 per 100,000 residents.