Is Los Angeles or Olmsted Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Olmsted Township is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 99/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 234 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 89% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Olmsted Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 261.2x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Los Angeles — 5-Year Trend
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Olmsted Township — 5-Year Trend
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Los Angeles, CA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Olmsted Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 233.9 | +1,978.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 34.4 | +694.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 6.9 | +0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 6.9 | +33.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 0.0 | +209.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 20.6 | +450.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 199.5 | +1,284.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 34.4 | +338.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 130.7 | +720.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 34.4 | +225.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Olmsted Township safer?
Olmsted Township is safer with a total crime rate of 234 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 89% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Olmsted Township has 34.4. Olmsted Township 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 Olmsted Township, OH
Olmsted Township, established 1818, is a largely residential community in Cuyahoga County. Situated southwest of Cleveland, it encompasses a mix of suburban and rural landscapes. With a safety score of 99/100 and a population coverage of 14,535, Olmsted Township has a total crime rate of 233.9 per 100,000 residents.