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Is Glenwood Springs or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Glenwood Springs (Safety Score 35/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — 54% lower. Glenwood Springs has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Glenwood Springs has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 367.4x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Glenwood Springs, CO?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Glenwood Springs | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,770.7 | 2,212.5 | +2,558.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 309.7 | 728.5 | -418.9 |
| Murder Rate | 9.7 | 7.0 | +2.7 |
| Rape Rate | 77.4 | 40.3 | +37.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 19.4 | 209.9 | -190.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 203.2 | 471.4 | -268.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 4,461.0 | 1,483.9 | +2,977.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 406.4 | 372.8 | +33.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 3,774.0 | 851.5 | +2,922.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 280.6 | 259.6 | +21.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Glenwood Springs, CO to Los Angeles, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glenwood Springs or Los Angeles safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Glenwood Springs has a violent crime rate of 309.7 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Glenwood Springs has lower violent crime.
About Glenwood Springs, CO
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Glenwood Springs is a resort town famous for its hot springs, drawing visitors since the Ute people. Its population hovers around 10,000, with tourism a major economic driver. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 10,334, Glenwood Springs has a total crime rate of 4,770.7 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.