Is Los Angeles or Madera Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Madera is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 54/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 29% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Madera has a 65% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 55.3x 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 | Los Angeles | Madera | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,572.7 | +639.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 395.0 | +333.5 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 2.9 | +4.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 48.1 | -7.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 74.3 | +135.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 268.2 | +203.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,177.7 | +306.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 102.0 | +270.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 800.2 | +51.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 275.5 | -15.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Madera safer?
Madera is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 29% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Madera has 395.0. Madera 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 Madera, CA
Madera, a Central Valley city, was founded as a railroad town in 1876. It serves as the county seat for Madera County and is known for its agricultural industry, particularly wine grapes. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 68,607, Madera has a total crime rate of 1,572.7 per 100,000 residents.