Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Monument, CO?
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Is Los Angeles or Monument Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Monument is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 41/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,984 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 10% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Monument has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 298.9x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Monument | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,984.1 | +228.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 141.7 | +586.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 15.8 | +24.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 23.6 | +186.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 102.4 | +369.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,842.4 | -358.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 212.6 | +160.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,440.8 | -589.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 189.0 | +70.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Monument, CO?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Monument safer?
Monument is safer with a total crime rate of 1,984 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 10% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Monument has 141.7. Monument 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 Monument, CO
Monument, Colorado is a small town nestled at the base of the Rampart Range in El Paso County. Historically, it was a stop on the Denver & Rio Grande Western Railroad. Its elevation is over 7,000 feet. With a safety score of 41/100 and a population coverage of 12,701, Monument has a total crime rate of 1,984.1 per 100,000 residents.