Is Los Angeles or Palm Bay Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Palm Bay is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 61/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,365 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 38% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Palm Bay has a 75% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 26.9x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Palm Bay | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,365.3 | +847.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 347.9 | +380.7 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 7.8 | -0.8 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 47.5 | -7.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 51.7 | +158.1 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 240.2 | +231.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,017.5 | +466.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 229.6 | +143.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 724.8 | +126.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 63.1 | +196.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Palm Bay safer?
Palm Bay is safer with a total crime rate of 1,365 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 38% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Palm Bay has 347.9. Palm Bay 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 Palm Bay, FL
Palm Bay, a sprawling city on Florida's Space Coast, began as Tillman and grew significantly after being marketed by General Development Corporation. Its diverse population, largely residential, stretches across a low-lying, wooded landscape along the Indian River Lagoon. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 141,137, Palm Bay has a total crime rate of 1,365.3 per 100,000 residents.