Is Los Angeles or Rome Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Rome (Safety Score 35/100 vs 33/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 2,293 for Rome — 4% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Rome has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 120.2x 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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Rome — 5-Year Trend
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Los Angeles, CA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Rome | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 2,292.8 | -80.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 237.5 | +491.0 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 38.0 | +2.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 15.8 | +194.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 183.7 | +287.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 2,055.3 | -571.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 272.4 | +100.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,729.1 | -877.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 53.8 | +205.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Rome safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 2,293 for Rome — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Rome has 237.5. Rome 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 Rome, NY
Rome, NY, the "Copper City," sits at the confluence of the Mohawk River and the Erie Canal. This Oneida County city was once home to the Rome Air Development Center. With a safety score of 33/100 and a population coverage of 31,577, Rome has a total crime rate of 2,292.8 per 100,000 residents.