Is Chicago Ridge or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Chicago Ridge is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 38/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 2,079 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 6% lower. Chicago Ridge has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Chicago Ridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 278.0x 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 | Chicago Ridge | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,079.4 | 2,212.5 | -133.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 285.6 | 728.5 | -443.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.0 | -7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 80.5 | 40.3 | +40.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 43.9 | 209.9 | -165.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 161.1 | 471.4 | -310.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,793.8 | 1,483.9 | +309.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 197.7 | 372.8 | -175.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,339.9 | 851.5 | +488.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 256.3 | 259.6 | -3.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago Ridge or Los Angeles safer?
Chicago Ridge is safer with a total crime rate of 2,079 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 6% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago Ridge has a violent crime rate of 285.6 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Chicago Ridge has lower violent crime.
About Chicago Ridge, IL
Chicago Ridge, a southwest suburb of Chicago, grew around its railroad heritage, notably the Chicago Rock Island and Pacific Railroad. This village, primarily residential, sits in Cook County and is home to the Chicago Ridge Mall. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 13,658, Chicago Ridge has a total crime rate of 2,079.4 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.