Is Hanford or San Diego Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hanford is safer than San Diego (Safety Score 52/100 vs 38/100), with a total crime rate of 1,639 per 100,000 versus 2,082 for San Diego — 21% lower. Hanford has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where San Diego has a 49% lower rate.
Note: San Diego is 23.1x 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 | Hanford | San Diego | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,639.3 | 2,082.4 | -443.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 486.7 | 412.4 | +74.3 |
| Murder Rate | 5.0 | 2.5 | +2.5 |
| Rape Rate | 38.2 | 21.4 | +16.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 53.2 | 77.4 | -24.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 387.0 | 310.9 | +76.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,152.7 | 1,670.0 | -517.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 162.8 | 187.4 | -24.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 764.0 | 1,087.1 | -323.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 225.9 | 395.5 | -169.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hanford or San Diego safer?
Hanford is safer with a total crime rate of 1,639 per 100K vs 2,082 for San Diego — a 21% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Hanford has a violent crime rate of 486.7 per 100K while San Diego has 412.4. San Diego has lower violent crime.
About Hanford, CA
Hanford, the county seat of Kings County, is a Central Valley city founded by the Southern Pacific Railroad. It's home to the historic Hanford Carnegie Museum and has a population of over 59,000 residents. With a safety score of 52/100 and a population coverage of 60,208, Hanford has a total crime rate of 1,639.3 per 100,000 residents.
About San Diego, CA
San Diego, California, a major port city with a significant Hispanic population, sits on the Pacific Ocean just north of the Mexican border. Known for its mild climate and Balboa Park, it's also home to a large naval presence. With a safety score of 38/100 and a population coverage of 1,389,024, San Diego has a total crime rate of 2,082.4 per 100,000 residents.