Yonkers, NY is a city with an above average rate of violent crime when compared to the US national average. According to the data provided, Yonkers has an overall violent crime rate of 20.9, which is 2.8 points lower than the US average of 22.7. Property crime in Yonkers is 18.6, which is 16.8 points lower than the US average of 35.4. While these numbers indicate that Yonkers may be a safer city when it comes to property crimes, it is important to note that violent crimes are still occurring at higher rates than the national average and should not be overlooked as a potential safety issue in the area.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Yonkers violent crime is 20.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Yonkers property crime is 18.6. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.