Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Mill Creek, WA?
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Is Los Angeles or Mill Creek Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Mill Creek is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 42/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,958 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 12% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mill Creek has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 183.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Los Angeles, CA?
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Mill Creek — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Mill Creek | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,957.8 | +254.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 125.7 | +602.9 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 9.7 | +30.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 29.0 | +180.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 87.0 | +384.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,832.1 | -348.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 270.7 | +102.1 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,300.3 | -448.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 261.0 | -1.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Mill Creek, WA?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Mill Creek safer?
Mill Creek is safer with a total crime rate of 1,958 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 12% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Mill Creek has 125.7. Mill Creek 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 Mill Creek, WA
Mill Creek, Washington, a suburban city in Snohomish County, was originally a planned community. It is home to a significant portion of Snohomish County’s population and features numerous parks and green spaces. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 20,687, Mill Creek has a total crime rate of 1,957.8 per 100,000 residents.