The 15 Most Dangerous Places In New York

Have you been itching to explore more of the Empire State, but aren’t quite sure which dangerous places to avoid in New York? While the state has so much to offer, many of the places on this list could best be left unseen. Pulling crime data from Home Security Shield and Neighborhood Scout, below you can check out the most dangerous places in New York. Though, you might be missing out. Many still have plenty of selling points!

1. If you're reading this and you're a New Yorker, this chart topper shouldn't be a surprise at all. With a 1 in 17 chance of becoming a victim in Newburgh, it's definitely earned its spot at the top.

2. Buffalo, the first city to showcase electric steel lights in 1886, has now apparently crossed over to the dark side! With a whopping national crime index of 4/100 (100 being the safest) it's no wonder Buffalo made the number two spot on our list!

3. Home to one of New York's biggest tourist attractions, this city's reckless behavior dates all the way back to the Prohibition era. It's kept its reputation as one of the most dangerous places in New York.

4. Poughkeepsie, midway point between Albany and New York City, is home to the oldest running newspaper in the state and third oldest in the nation. Your chances of becoming a victim of crime in Poughkeepsie? One in 25.

5. If one were attempting to quickly summarize the city of Rochester, one would probably explain that this is where they first became acquainted with "Gun Shot Sensors," because, yes, those are a thing. Formerly known as the "Flower City," it seems that Rochester is soft no longer.

6. Known for receiving burdensome amounts of snow, this city is also quite dangerous. Your chances of becoming a victim of crime in Syracuse are 1 in 20.

7. While Schenectady may have found itself falling in the middle of our list, it is still only safer than 7% of all cities in the United States, and it is still one of the most dangerous cities in New York.

8. Home to the capital of New York, this upstate area holds many historic gems. Your chances of becoming a victim of crime in Albany? One in 19.

9. Middletown, a city once in industrialized by up-and-coming factories, now provides you with a 1 in 24 chance of becoming a victim of crime. Yikes!

10. Monticello Village, named after the famous residence of Thomas Jefferson, has a crime rate of 47 per one thousand residents.

11. Located on the north side of the Mohawk River, Herkimer holds roughly 7,000 inhabitants. Your chances of becoming a victim of crime in Herkimer? One in 17.

12. Originally dubbed the Valley of Opportunity, sadly it would seem the only thing Binghamton can offer you in current times is to become a victim of crime. Your chances? One in 17.

13. Only in Troy can you drive from a renowned school to an infamous haunted graveyard in under five minutes. With a 1 in 18 chance of becoming a victim of crime, this city makes our list.

14. Holding one of our larger populations on the list, Utica's crime rate for its residents is 50 per one thousand.

15. Named after the English city of Bath, we conclude our list of the most dangerous cities in New York with this small Western New York village. Your chances of becoming a victim of crime in this area? One in 21.

While personally my hometown has made this list, I am able to see the good through the bad! So what taste is left in your mouth after reading this list? Are you comfortably residing in one of the areas on our list and feel outraged? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below!

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Danielle Schwartz | March 17, 2022

What is the smallest town in New York?

The smallest town in New York, geographically, is Green Island. Located about 8 miles away from Albany, Green Island covers only 0.7 square miles of space! Its population is approximately 2600, making this a small town in terms of number of residents as well. It was once a hub of the automobile industry and Ford Motor Company had a manufacturing plant there. Today, it's a close-knit community with events throughout the year and fun activities for families, including holiday parades and races.

What is the richest town in New York?

North Hills is the richest town in New York. With a median income of $155,679 and a median home price of $1,057,000, it is not cheap to live in this upscale area. In fact, the cost of living here is 2.1 times the national average, and the median rent is $1571. The population on North Hills is 5800 people, significantly higher than it was in 2010 at 4940. The majority of the adult population in the town has at least a bachelor's degree, so it's quite a well-educated group of residents.

What is the most beautiful small town in New York?

One of the most beautiful small towns in New York is Cold Spring. About 50 miles north of Manhattan, you'll find a little paradise on the Hudson River. This is a great place to go for a lovely classic small town experience. You'll love the sweet and charming Main Street for its fun restaurants, shops, and live entertainment on weekends. Cold Spring will also be a favorite of the outdoorsy ones in your group- the biking trails here are gorgeous. Check out the leaves in the fall for some classic autumn photo opportunities. This little town offers the best of upstate New York!

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