The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in Chenango Forks, NY: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in Chenango Forks

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in Chenango Forks.

 

Chenango Forks, NY Map of Crime Rates
Click the map to explore
A+ B C D F
Safest Highest crime
Colorblind friendly off

A-

Overall Crime Grade™

C+
B-
Other Crime Grade
A+

$572,284

Cost of Crime™ for Chenango Forks, NY

In 2025, crime will cost $545 per household.

More cost data

Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in Chenango Forks in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is Chenango Forks, NY Safe?

The A- grade indicates that the rate of crime is lower than that of the average US city. Chenango Forks ranks in the 82nd percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 82% of cities but less safe than 18%. This analysis applies only to Chenango Forks's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby cities.

The crime rate in Chenango Forks is 14.82 per 1,000 residents in the typical year. Chenango Forks Residents generally consider the west part of the city to be the safest. Your chance of being a victim of crime in Chenango Forks varies by neighborhood - ranging from 1 in 50 in the central neighborhoods to 1 in 166 in the west.

When looking at total crime counts (rather than per capita rates), the southeast parts of Chenango Forks, NY see the most incidents - about 14 per year. In contrast, the north part of the city has the fewest, with approximately 1 crimes annually.

The Cost of Crime™ in Chenango Forks, NY

The total projected cost of crime in Chenango Forks for 2025 is $572,284. This translates to approximately $210 per resident and $545 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 0.6% of the median household income in Chenango Forks. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 57.7%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 30.2%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 12.0%

How Much Does Crime Cost in Chenango Forks Compared to Other Cities?

Chenango Forks, NY: $210
Lyncourt, NY: $723
Rexford, NY: $123
New York: $335
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in Chenango Forks is $210 per year, which is $254 less than the national average and $125 less than New York's state average. Below we compare cities similar to Chenango Forks:
  • In Lyncourt, NY, crime costs $723 per person, which is $513 more than in Chenango Forks.
  • In Rexford, NY, crime costs $123 per person, which is $87 less than in Chenango Forks

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of Chenango Forks for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to Chenango Forks
Cost per Chenango Forks Resident
Murder
$93,781
$34
Rape/Sexual Assault
$53,127
$20
Robbery
$66,160
$24
Assault
$145,746
$54
Kidnapping
$9,167
$3
Vehicle Theft
$11,811
$4
Burglary
$47,847
$18
Theft
$117,050
$43
Arson
$3,077
$1
Vandalism
$10,833
$4
Animal Cruelty
$1,746
$1
Drug Crimes
$6,133
$2
Identity Theft
$5,805
$2
Total Cost of Crime
$572,284
$210

The Intangible Cost of Crime in Chenango Forks, NY

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in Chenango Forks totals $953,242 ($350 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $1,525,526 ($560 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the Chenango Forks crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the northwest part of the city has more retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas, of which Chenango Forks has 1, have the same problem. Of Chenango Forks’s 2,722 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

To better understand and navigate these intricate crime maps, a high-speed internet connection can be crucial. Fast and seamless online connectivity ensures that map details load efficiently, providing users with clearer, uninterrupted insights. If you're considering enhancing your online experience, check out high speed internet in Chenango Forks, NY at ISP Reports.

Chenango Forks Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 Chenango Forks residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
1.864
Robbery
0.7727
Rape
0.3219
Murder
0.0183
Total Violent Crime
2.977 (C+)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
8.303
Vehicle Theft
0.2802
Burglary
1.938
Arson
0.0468
Total Property Crime
10.57 (B-)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.0555
Drug Crimes
0.3046
Vandalism
0.5571
Identity Theft
0.2755
Animal Cruelty
0.0867
Total "Other" Rate
1.279 (A+)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Cities

Compared to surrounding cities, the rate of crime in Chenango Forks is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for cities close to Chenango Forks.

Nearby City
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
A-
A-
B-
A
B
B+
A
B+
B
B+
B+
C
A
B-
B
B+
B-
C
B
B+
C-
B+
B+
C+
A-
B+
C+
B
C-
C+

Crime Maps and Rates for City with Similar Populations

Chenango Forks is lower versus other cities of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in cities with comparable overall population in the city‘s boundaries.

Similar City
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
B-
B
B
B+
C+
C+
B-
D-
D-
D+
C-
C-
B+
C+
C+
D
C
C
D
C-
C-
C+
B-
B-
C+
C-
C-
D+
D+
D+

Considering only the crime rate, Chenango Forks is safer than the New York state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in Chenango Forks, NY average SchoolGrade of A+, with 70% actual proficiency versus 68% projected; overall, schools exceed expectations. See Chenango Forks schools on SchoolGrade

About the Data

CrimeGrade.org provides highly detailed and accurate crime data, used by insurance companies, home security firms, and other industries. Our data is available for licensing—learn more about our USA crime data and licensing.

Crime By Zip Code Download

Our proprietary data is available for download by zip code or by state in a CSV Flat File. Please visit our download page for pricing and terms.

Download CSV

 

Home Security

A crime occurs on average every 9 days 1 hour in Chenango Forks. Want to protect your home?

Home Security Companies in Chenango Forks, NY

All maps and statistics above are projections, not certainties, and provided without guarantee free of charge. Verify all info before making any decisions based on the data.