Is Bloomingdale or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bloomingdale is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 58/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 34% lower. Bloomingdale has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Bloomingdale has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 170.4x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Bloomingdale | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,458.7 | 2,212.5 | -753.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 71.8 | 728.5 | -656.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.0 | -7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 31.4 | 40.3 | -8.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 209.9 | -209.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 40.4 | 471.4 | -431.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,386.9 | 1,483.9 | -97.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 246.9 | 372.8 | -125.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,122.1 | 851.5 | +270.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 18.0 | 259.6 | -241.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomingdale or Los Angeles safer?
Bloomingdale is safer with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 34% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomingdale has a violent crime rate of 71.8 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Bloomingdale has lower violent crime.
About Bloomingdale, IL
Bloomingdale, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, grew around the DuPage River. Once home to a significant German immigrant population, it's now a diverse community with convenient access to major expressways. With a safety score of 58/100 and a population coverage of 22,280, Bloomingdale has a total crime rate of 1,458.7 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.