Is Los Angeles or Montgomery Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Montgomery (Safety Score 35/100 vs 22/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 2,830 for Montgomery — 22% lower. Los Angeles has lower rates in 5 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Los Angeles has a 62% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 19.6x 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 | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 2,829.7 | -617.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 594.7 | +133.9 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 18.1 | -11.1 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 6.2 | +34.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 191.5 | +18.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 378.9 | +92.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 2,235.1 | -751.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 527.0 | -154.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,341.1 | -489.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 367.0 | -107.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Montgomery safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 2,830 for Montgomery — a 22% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Montgomery has 594.7. Montgomery 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 Montgomery, AL
Montgomery, Alabama, the state capital and "First Capital of the Confederacy," sits along the Alabama River. Its population is approximately 200,000, with a significant African American community. With a safety score of 22/100 and a population coverage of 193,728, Montgomery has a total crime rate of 2,829.7 per 100,000 residents.