Is Decatur or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Decatur (Safety Score 35/100 vs 21/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 2,916 for Decatur — 24% lower. Decatur has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Decatur has a 79% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 64.9x 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 | Decatur | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,915.5 | 2,212.5 | +703.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 606.7 | 728.5 | -121.9 |
| Murder Rate | 8.5 | 7.0 | +1.6 |
| Rape Rate | 54.7 | 40.3 | +14.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 44.4 | 209.9 | -165.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 499.0 | 471.4 | +27.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,308.9 | 1,483.9 | +824.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 193.1 | 372.8 | -179.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,833.8 | 851.5 | +982.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 282.0 | 259.6 | +22.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decatur or Los Angeles safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 2,916 for Decatur — a 24% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Decatur has a violent crime rate of 606.7 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Decatur has lower violent crime.
About Decatur, AL
Decatur, "The River City," sits on the Tennessee River in Morgan County. This North Alabama city, historically a railroad hub, is now home to a diverse population of over 55,000 residents. With a safety score of 21/100 and a population coverage of 58,514, Decatur has a total crime rate of 2,915.5 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.