Is Huntington Beach or Madison Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Madison is safer than Huntington Beach (Safety Score 37/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 2,121 per 100,000 versus 2,196 for Huntington Beach — 3% lower. Huntington Beach has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Madison has a 34% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Huntington Beach | Madison | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,196.4 | 2,121.3 | +75.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 207.3 | 256.3 | -49.1 |
| Murder Rate | 2.6 | 2.5 | +0.2 |
| Rape Rate | 34.7 | 26.6 | +8.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 51.0 | 33.7 | +17.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 118.9 | 193.2 | -74.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,989.2 | 1,865.0 | +124.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 201.0 | 158.5 | +42.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,644.0 | 1,595.5 | +48.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 144.2 | 111.0 | +33.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Huntington Beach or Madison safer?
Madison is safer with a total crime rate of 2,121 per 100K vs 2,196 for Huntington Beach — a 3% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Huntington Beach has a violent crime rate of 207.3 per 100K while Madison has 256.3. Huntington Beach has lower violent crime.
About Huntington Beach, CA
Huntington Beach, "Surf City, USA," stretches along the Pacific, a vibrant Orange County city with a significant tourist draw. Its lengthy pier and consistent waves attract a youthful, active population. With a safety score of 35/100 and a population coverage of 190,081, Huntington Beach has a total crime rate of 2,196.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Madison, WI
Madison, the capital of Wisconsin, sits on an isthmus between two lakes, Mendota and Monona. Home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, it's known for its progressive politics and vibrant student culture. With a safety score of 37/100 and a population coverage of 282,045, Madison has a total crime rate of 2,121.3 per 100,000 residents.