Is Lombard or Los Angeles Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Lombard is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 49/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,717 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 22% lower. Lombard has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lombard has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 87.1x 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 | Lombard | Los Angeles | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,716.5 | 2,212.5 | -495.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 117.0 | 728.5 | -611.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.0 | -7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 39.0 | 40.3 | -1.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 25.2 | 209.9 | -184.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 52.8 | 471.4 | -418.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,599.5 | 1,483.9 | +115.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 181.3 | 372.8 | -191.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,356.3 | 851.5 | +504.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 62.0 | 259.6 | -197.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lombard or Los Angeles safer?
Lombard is safer with a total crime rate of 1,717 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 22% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Lombard has a violent crime rate of 117.0 per 100K while Los Angeles has 728.5. Lombard has lower violent crime.
About Lombard, IL
Lombard, "The Lilac Village," is a western suburb of Chicago in DuPage County. It's home to the historic Sheldon Peck Homestead and boasts a diverse population of over 46,000 residents. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 43,576, Lombard has a total crime rate of 1,716.5 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.