Is El Monte or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than El Monte (Safety Score 35/100 vs 29/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 2,475 for El Monte — 11% lower. El Monte has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where El Monte has a 42% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 37.2x 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 | El Monte | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,475.3 | 2,212.5 | +262.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 423.2 | 728.5 | -305.4 |
| Murder Rate | 5.9 | 7.0 | -1.1 |
| Rape Rate | 31.4 | 40.3 | -9.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 162.6 | 209.9 | -47.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 223.3 | 471.4 | -248.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,052.2 | 1,483.9 | +568.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 388.9 | 372.8 | +16.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,186.2 | 851.5 | +334.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 477.0 | 259.6 | +217.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Monte or Los Angeles safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 2,475 for El Monte — a 11% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
El Monte has a violent crime rate of 423.2 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. El Monte has lower violent crime.
About El Monte, CA
El Monte, "The End of the Trail" for the Old Spanish Trail, is a diverse city in the San Gabriel Valley. It's home to a large working-class population and numerous small businesses. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 102,088, El Monte has a total crime rate of 2,475.3 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.