Long Island City vs Harlem: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated March 24, 2026

Long Island City
Queens
Harlem
Manhattan
Safety Grade A D
30-Day Incidents 6 36
Violent Crime 0 2
Robbery 0 2
Drug Activity 0 13

Verdict

Long Island City is currently safer with 6 incidents vs 36 in Harlem. Safety grades: Long Island City (A) vs Harlem (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Long Island City or Harlem safer?

Long Island City currently has fewer incidents (6 vs 36 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Long Island City: 0 violent incidents. Harlem: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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