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Los Angeles vs Lynn Crime Comparison

Side-by-side crime rates, safety scores, and trends based on FBI data.

Full report: Los Angeles crime rate · Lynn crime rate

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Is Los Angeles or Lynn Safer?

According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Lynn is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 48/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,745 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 21% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.

The biggest difference is in robbery, where Lynn has a 64% lower rate.

Note: Los Angeles is 36.8x 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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Los Angeles — 5-Year Trend

Flat Violent Decreasing Property Decreasing Total

Lynn — 5-Year Trend

Increasing Violent Decreasing Property Decreasing Total

Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, CA
Safety Score 35/100
Coverage 3,796,352
Total Crime Rate 2,212.5
Category Wins 0/7

Lynn, MA

Lynn, MA
Safety Score 48/100
Coverage 103,200
Total Crime Rate 1,745.2
Category Wins 7/7

Detailed Crime Rate Comparison

Crime Type Los Angeles Lynn Difference
Total Crime Rate 2,212.5 1,745.2 +467.3
Violent Crime Rate 728.5 574.6 +153.9
Murder Rate 7.0 2.9 +4.0
Rape Rate 40.3 33.0 +7.3
Robbery Rate 209.9 75.6 +134.3
Aggravated Assault Rate 471.4 463.2 +8.2
Property Crime Rate 1,483.9 1,170.5 +313.4
Burglary Rate 372.8 202.5 +170.3
Larceny-Theft Rate 851.5 783.9 +67.6
Motor Vehicle Theft Rate 259.6 184.1 +75.5

All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Los Angeles or Lynn safer?

Lynn is safer with a total crime rate of 1,745 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 21% difference.

How do violent crime rates compare?

Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Lynn has 574.6. Lynn has lower violent crime.

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.

About Lynn, MA

Lynn, a historic industrial city on the Atlantic coast north of Boston, boasts the first leather tannery in the United States. Its diverse population, with a significant Hispanic community, contributes to its vibrant cultural tapestry. With a safety score of 48/100 and a population coverage of 103,200, Lynn has a total crime rate of 1,745.2 per 100,000 residents.

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