Is New York Safe for Women? Crime Rate in New York

Safety rating

Safe
3.7 /5

Women living in New York consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Crime rating

Moderate
2.7 /5

Women living in New York consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.7 out of 5.

Violence rating

13.9%

On average 13.9% percentage of women in United States have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

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Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 53 experiences

Safety rating:

3.7/5Safe

Safety walking alone after dark:

3.4/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.6/5Safe

Crime rate:

2.7/5Moderate

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.3/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.8/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

2.4/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.5/5A bit worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.9/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.5/5A bit worried

How safe is New York?

I have lived in NYC for nearly 10 years and have ventured through many areas within the city, and I very rarely have felt unsafe. It’s a walking and public transportation city, so there are always people out, even late at night on weekends especially. The emptier somewhere is at night the less safe I feel, unless I’m in a residential area such as Upper west side. Like any city, avoid confrontation, go about your day, and you’ll be just fine. I try not to take the subway after midnight, and I make sure to only have one earbud in so I can hear my surroundings, but only because of things you read in the news, nothing has actually happened to me. A note that NYPD does not actually do anything, so don’t rely on them to feel a false sense of security if they’re around. Overall I feel very safe here!

Posted: March 12, 2025
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New York is not too dangerous if you stay aware and avoid quiet alleys and parks at night. And stay away from the edge of subway platforms. Lock your doors and windows. Keep your wallet in your front pocket. Hold tight to your phone on the train at night. Stay away from the neighborhood called “East New York”. Don’t get too drunk.

Posted: February 22, 2025
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I'm from NYC. I've never asked myself this question while living here. My motto is to be careful of your surroundings at all times no matter which city you're living in or traveling to. Be aware and don't forget to enjoy yourself.

Posted: February 21, 2025
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For me New York was really Safe, I had never any negative experience. But it’s like everywhere, you have to pay attention where you are going to and don’t be alone on empty streets in the night. But in all I felt really safe. Love this city

Posted: February 11, 2025
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I think New York gets a bad rep but it is fairly safe. Like all places, you have to know where to go and not go. If you’re staying downtown Manhattan, there are people out at all hours of the night. I tend to feel very safe walking after dark though would not take public transit after 11 pm.

Posted: January 27, 2025
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Is New York worth visiting?

Travel rating

4.5 /5

based on 58 experiences from female travelers

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Visiting New York was an unforgettable experience. I felt safe throughout my trip, even while exploring the city late in the evening. The food scene was amazing—there’s everything from affordable street food to international cuisine. I stayed in a budget-friendly hotel in Manhattan, which was convenient for getting around. Public transportation made it easy to explore different neighborhoods and iconic places like Central Park, Times Square, and the Brooklyn Bridge.

Posted: May 12, 2025
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Safety in United States

Frequently asked questions

Is New York safe?

Women living in New York consider the safety level to be relatively high, with an overall safety rating of 3.7 out of 5.

Is New York safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in New York consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.4 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in New York?

Women living in New York consider public transport to be relatively safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.6 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in New York?

Women living in New York consider the crime rate to be moderate, with an overall crime rating of 2.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in New York?

Women living in New York consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.3 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in New York?

Women living in New York consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.8 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in New York?

Women living in New York consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.4 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in New York?

Women living in New York consider the risk of burglary to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in New York?

Women living in New York consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.9 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in New York?

Women living in New York consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.