Is Juneau or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Juneau (Safety Score 35/100 vs 26/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 2,607 for Juneau — 15% lower. Juneau has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Juneau has a 70% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 120.1x 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 | Juneau | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,606.6 | 2,212.5 | +394.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 537.8 | 728.5 | -190.8 |
| Murder Rate | 3.2 | 7.0 | -3.8 |
| Rape Rate | 113.9 | 40.3 | +73.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 63.3 | 209.9 | -146.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 357.5 | 471.4 | -113.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,068.8 | 1,483.9 | +584.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 338.5 | 372.8 | -34.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,584.8 | 851.5 | +733.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 145.5 | 259.6 | -114.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Juneau or Los Angeles safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 2,607 for Juneau — a 15% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Juneau has a violent crime rate of 537.8 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Juneau has lower violent crime.
About Juneau, AK
Nestled between mountains and the Gastineau Channel, Juneau is Alaska's capital and the only U.S. state capital inaccessible by road. Its gold rush history shaped a community of around 32,000 residents, a diverse mix of government employees, tourism workers, and Tlingit people. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 31,612, Juneau has a total crime rate of 2,606.6 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.