Is Los Angeles or Nampa Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Nampa is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 70/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,097 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 robbery, where Nampa has a 93% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 31.9x 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 | Nampa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,097.1 | +1,115.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 354.8 | +373.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 2.5 | +4.4 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 77.3 | -37.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 15.1 | +194.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 258.1 | +213.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 742.3 | +741.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 151.3 | +221.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 508.6 | +342.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 82.4 | +177.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Nampa safer?
Nampa is safer with a total crime rate of 1,097 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 Nampa has 354.8. Nampa 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 Nampa, ID
Nampa, once a pivotal railway town, is now Idaho's third-largest city, situated in the agriculturally rich Treasure Valley. Its population of over 100,000 residents enjoys proximity to the Boise River and the majestic Owyhee Mountains. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 118,950, Nampa has a total crime rate of 1,097.1 per 100,000 residents.