Is Los Angeles or Mill Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mill Valley is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 70/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,098 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 50% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Mill Valley has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 278.0x 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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Mill Valley — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Mill Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,098.3 | +1,114.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 95.2 | +633.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 0.0 | +40.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 29.3 | +180.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 65.9 | +405.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,003.1 | +480.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 183.0 | +189.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 790.8 | +60.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 29.3 | +230.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Mill Valley safer?
Mill Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 1,098 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 50% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Mill Valley has 95.2. Mill Valley 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 Valley, CA
Mill Valley, a Marin County city nestled at Mt. Tamalpais' base, is known for its redwood forests and affluent, predominantly white population. It was the starting point for the Dipsea Race, one of the oldest trail races in the U.S. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 13,658, Mill Valley has a total crime rate of 1,098.3 per 100,000 residents.