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Is Hyattsville or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Hyattsville (Safety Score 35/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 4,028 for Hyattsville — 45% lower. Hyattsville has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Los Angeles has a 56% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 185.1x 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 Hyattsville, MD?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Hyattsville | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,028.1 | 2,212.5 | +1,815.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 687.6 | 728.5 | -40.9 |
| Murder Rate | 4.9 | 7.0 | -2.1 |
| Rape Rate | 68.3 | 40.3 | +28.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 380.4 | 209.9 | +170.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 234.1 | 471.4 | -237.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,340.5 | 1,483.9 | +1,856.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 307.2 | 372.8 | -65.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,243.3 | 851.5 | +1,391.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 790.0 | 259.6 | +530.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Hyattsville, MD to Los Angeles, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hyattsville or Los Angeles safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 4,028 for Hyattsville — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Hyattsville has a violent crime rate of 687.6 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Hyattsville has lower violent crime.
About Hyattsville, MD
Hyattsville, a Prince George's County city bordering Washington D.C., is home to the Mall at Prince Georges. This diverse community, with a significant Hispanic population, boasts a rich history as a streetcar suburb. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 20,506, Hyattsville has a total crime rate of 4,028.1 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.