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Is Jefferson or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Jefferson is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 93/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 493 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 78% lower. Jefferson has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Jefferson has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 228.1x 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 Jefferson, GA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Jefferson | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 492.7 | 2,212.5 | -1,719.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 36.1 | 728.5 | -692.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.0 | -7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 18.0 | 40.3 | -22.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 209.9 | -209.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 18.0 | 471.4 | -453.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 456.7 | 1,483.9 | -1,027.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 36.1 | 372.8 | -336.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 390.6 | 851.5 | -461.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 30.0 | 259.6 | -229.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Jefferson, GA to Los Angeles, CA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jefferson or Los Angeles safer?
Jefferson is safer with a total crime rate of 493 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 78% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Jefferson has a violent crime rate of 36.1 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Jefferson has lower violent crime.
About Jefferson, GA
Jefferson, Georgia, named for Thomas Jefferson, is a small city in Jackson County. Located northeast of Atlanta, it's home to a historic downtown square and a population of around 13,000. With a safety score of 93/100 and a population coverage of 16,643, Jefferson has a total crime rate of 492.7 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.