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Is Gallup or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Gallup (Safety Score 35/100 vs 3/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 5,400 for Gallup — 59% lower. Gallup has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Los Angeles has a 80% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 189.6x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Gallup, NM?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Gallup | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 5,399.9 | 2,212.5 | +3,187.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 1,503.6 | 728.5 | +775.0 |
| Murder Rate | 35.0 | 7.0 | +28.0 |
| Rape Rate | 74.9 | 40.3 | +34.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 249.8 | 209.9 | +39.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 1,143.9 | 471.4 | +672.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,896.3 | 1,483.9 | +2,412.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 709.3 | 372.8 | +336.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,792.4 | 851.5 | +1,940.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 394.6 | 259.6 | +135.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Gallup, NM to Los Angeles, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gallup or Los Angeles safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 5,400 for Gallup — a 59% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Gallup has a violent crime rate of 1,503.6 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Los Angeles has lower violent crime.
About Gallup, NM
Gallup, a historic trading hub on Route 66, is nestled in McKinley County, bordering the Navajo Nation. Its vibrant downtown is a testament to its long-standing connection with Native American art and culture. With a safety score of 3/100 and a population coverage of 20,019, Gallup has a total crime rate of 5,399.9 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.