Troy, NY Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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73%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

82%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

71%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Troy_{/100k people}	New York_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	2,016	n/a (estimate)	4,023	2,151	2,324
Murder	5	n/a	10.0	4.0	6.3
Rape	18	n/a	35.9	29.5	40.0
Robbery	82	n/a	163.7	112.0	66.1
Assault	232	n/a	463.0	283.8	268.2
Violent crime	337	n/a (estimate)	673	429	370
Burglary	248	n/a	495.0	162.5	269.8
Theft	1,319	n/a	2,632.4	1,422.0	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	112	n/a	223.5	137.1	282.7
Property crime	1,679	n/a (estimate)	3,351	1,722	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Troy, NY

Crime is typically categorized into two main types: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes encompass offenses such as murder, rape, robbery, and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft, and vehicle theft. Based on the most recent report, the Troy crime rate is higher than the national average by 73.1%. Specifically, there were 337 violent crimes in Troy, equivalent to 673 per 100,000 individuals, higher than the national average by 81.9%. Furthermore, Troy recorded 1679 property crimes, amounting to 3351 per 100,000 residents, which was higher than the average by 71.5%.

In Troy, the crime rate stands at 4023 per 100,000 residents, surpassing the national average by 73.11%. This places the city among those with some of the highest total crime rates nationwide. However, it's important to recognize that this doesn't imply that the entire city is unsafe. As with any urban area, there are neighborhoods in Troy that exhibit varying levels of safety, emphasizing the need for localized crime prevention efforts and community involvement to create a safe environment across the entire city.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Troy?

What do the local residents think about crime in Troy? Well, based on a recent survey of 91 people (conducted by AreaVibes), 14% of Troy residents said that there was virtually no crime and that they felt safe walking at night. Another 86% of respondents said that there was too much crime in the area and they did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Troy a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Troy is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Troy has a total crime rate that is 73% higher than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 5.52 daily crimes (0.92 violent daily crimes and 4.6 daily property crimes) in Troy.

Has Crime in Troy Increased Since Last Year?

Examining year-over-year crime data provides insights into short-term trends with regards to the crime activity in Troy. This analysis involves comparing crime rates from one year to the next, enabling the identification of patterns and fluctuations in crime. Such information proves invaluable to residents seeking to make well-informed decisions about their choice of residence. In the most recent year, compared to the previous one, total crime in Troy has increased by 15.8%. Specifically, violent crime has increased by 2.1%, while property crime has increased by 19%. This data empowers individuals with a clearer understanding of the evolving safety landscape in Troy.

Potential Causes for Crime in Troy

In Troy, the poverty rate currently stands at 23.1%, which contrasts with the national average of 15.1%. It's essential to recognize that the economic status of a city's inhabitants could be a pivotal factor influencing crime stats. Communities grappling with high poverty rates and income inequality are often susceptible to elevated crime levels, as some individuals may turn to unlawful activities to fulfill their essential needs. While lower poverty rates could lead to a reduction in Troy crime rates.

Troy has a population density of 4755.3 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Troy crime rates.

Troy has an average rental rate of $964 per month, compared to the national average of $949. In areas with high rental costs, some individuals and families may be forced to live in overcrowded or substandard housing conditions. Overcrowding can lead to increased stress and tension, which may contribute to domestic disputes and related property or violent crimes. Addressing affordable housing and economic mobility can be important strategies for reducing crime in such areas.

Troy crime map

The Troy crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Troy as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Troy crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Troy crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.

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Crime Quick Facts

Troy crime rates are 73% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Troy are 82% higher than the national average
In Troy you have a 1 in 25 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Troy is safer than 9% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Troy has increased by 13%

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Daily Crime In Troy (per 100,000 people)

The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in Troy for every 100,000 residents. The Troy total amount of daily crime is 1.87 times more than the New York average and 1.73 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in Troy, is 1.57 times more than the New York average, and it is 1.82 times more than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that Troy has a daily crime average that is 1.95 times more than the New York average and 1.71 times more than the daily national rate.

How Safe is Troy (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Troy to every other city in New York, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Troy safe? The gauges above illustrate that Troy is safer than 18% of every city located within New York along with 9% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in New York and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Troy, NY is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Troy

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Troy is 1 in 149

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Troy is 1 in 30

The chance of being a victim of crime in Troy is 1 in 25

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Troy? In Troy, you have a 1 in 149 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 30. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Troy, NY is 1 in 25.

Year Over Year Crime In Troy (per 100,000 people)

An analysis of year to year crime rates in Troy, New York (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in Troy has not changed, the amount of property crime in Troy has increased by 16%, and the total amount of crime in Troy has increased by 13% year over year.

Troy police department

Item	Troy	New York	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	138	109,351	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.7	2.9	3.3

There are a total of 138 Troy police officers. This results in 2.7 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 4.5% less than the New York average and 15.8% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in New York

State	Total offenders	New York_/100K	National_/100K
New York	25,064	137	266

There are a total of 25,064 sex offenders in New York. This yields a total of 137 sex offenders in New York per 100,000 residents which is 48% less than the national average.

Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Country Knolls, NY	5,306	149	599	749
Voorheesville, NY	2,789	170	681	850
Averill Park, NY	1,466	172	689	861
Castleton-on-Hudson, NY	1,483	183	736	919
West Sand Lake, NY	3,391	189	757	946
Stillwater, NY	1,959	189	760	950
Menands, NY	3,889	211	848	1,060
Troy, NY	49,253	673	3,351	4,023

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Harrisburg, PA	49,247	432	2,285	2,717
Downers Grove, IL	49,263	124	727	851
Portage, MI	49,224	318	3,315	3,632
Wilson, NC	49,310	516	2,464	2,980
Cuyahoga Falls, OH	49,191	138	1,820	1,958
Troy, NY	49,253	673	3,351	4,023

Source: The Troy, NY crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.