The town of Root, NY has a reputation for being relatively safe, with a violent crime rate of 7.7, well below the national average of 22.7. However, property crime is slightly higher in Root, with a rate of 19 compared to the national average of 35.4. Despite its relatively low crime rates, Root has still experienced its fair share of criminal activity. In recent years, there have been several reported cases of burglary and theft, highlighting the need for increased security measures in the area. However, compared to the rest of the country, Root is still considered a relatively safe town to live in. The residents of Root continue to work together with law enforcement to maintain a peaceful and secure community.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Root violent crime is 7.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Root property crime is 19.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Root, New York does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Canajoharie, New York. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Canajoharie, New York. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.