Is Barnstable or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Barnstable is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 66/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 46% lower. Barnstable has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Barnstable has a 92% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 74.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Barnstable, MA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Barnstable | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,195.8 | 2,212.5 | -1,016.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 410.4 | 728.5 | -318.2 |
| Murder Rate | 2.0 | 7.0 | -5.0 |
| Rape Rate | 64.8 | 40.3 | +24.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 17.7 | 209.9 | -192.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 326.0 | 471.4 | -145.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 785.4 | 1,483.9 | -698.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 131.6 | 372.8 | -241.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 581.2 | 851.5 | -270.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 72.7 | 259.6 | -187.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Barnstable or Los Angeles safer?
Barnstable is safer with a total crime rate of 1,196 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 46% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Barnstable has a violent crime rate of 410.4 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Barnstable has lower violent crime.
About Barnstable, MA
Barnstable, the largest community on Cape Cod, is a historic town of villages including Hyannis, a major transportation hub. Its population of over 45,000 makes it the most populous municipality in Barnstable County. With a safety score of 66/100 and a population coverage of 50,928, Barnstable has a total crime rate of 1,195.8 per 100,000 residents.
About Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, a sprawling Southern California metropolis, is a major Pacific Rim gateway, home to Hollywood's film industry. Its diverse population of nearly 4 million people resides across a vast urban landscape bordered by mountains and the Pacific Ocean. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 3,796,352, Los Angeles has a total crime rate of 2,212.5 per 100,000 residents.