Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Palmer Township, PA?
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Is Los Angeles or Palmer Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Palmer Township 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 murder, where Palmer Township has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 169.3x 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 | Palmer Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,364.7 | +847.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 40.1 | +688.4 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 8.9 | +31.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 4.5 | +205.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 26.8 | +444.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,324.5 | +159.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 62.4 | +310.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,204.1 | -352.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 58.0 | +201.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Palmer Township, PA?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Palmer Township safer?
Palmer Township 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 Palmer Township has 40.1. Palmer 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 Palmer Township, PA
Palmer Township, home to the historic Braden Airpark, is a suburban community in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. It borders the city of Easton and is predominantly residential, with a diverse population. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 22,423, Palmer Township has a total crime rate of 1,364.7 per 100,000 residents.