Is Los Angeles or Manteca Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Manteca is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 46/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,816 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 18% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Manteca has a 85% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 40.6x 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 | Manteca | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,816.4 | +396.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 347.5 | +381.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 1.1 | +5.9 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 42.8 | -2.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 72.7 | +137.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 230.9 | +240.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,468.9 | +15.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 196.7 | +176.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,034.9 | -183.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 237.3 | +22.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Manteca safer?
Manteca is safer with a total crime rate of 1,816 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 18% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Manteca has 347.5. Manteca 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 Manteca, CA
Manteca, "The Family City," is a Central Valley city in San Joaquin County. Founded in 1861 as a railroad town, its population has grown to over 80,000 residents. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 93,538, Manteca has a total crime rate of 1,816.4 per 100,000 residents.