Is Los Angeles or Prescott Valley Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Prescott Valley is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 74/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 996 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 55% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Prescott Valley has a 97% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 74.3x 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 | Prescott Valley | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 995.8 | +1,216.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 226.9 | +501.6 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 3.9 | +3.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 45.0 | -4.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 5.9 | +204.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 170.2 | +301.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 768.8 | +715.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 45.0 | +327.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 667.1 | +184.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 56.7 | +202.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Prescott Valley safer?
Prescott Valley is safer with a total crime rate of 996 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 55% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Prescott Valley has 226.9. Prescott Valley 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 Prescott Valley, AZ
Prescott Valley, Arizona, a rapidly growing town north of Prescott, sits in the Bradshaw Mountains' foothills. Established in 1961 as a master-planned community, it's now home to a diverse population, many commuting to nearby cities. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 51,116, Prescott Valley has a total crime rate of 995.8 per 100,000 residents.