Is Los Angeles or Roscoe Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Roscoe is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 85/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 703 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 68% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Roscoe has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 351.4x 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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Roscoe — 5-Year Trend
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Los Angeles, CA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Roscoe | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 703.4 | +1,509.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 157.3 | +571.2 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 9.3 | +31.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 9.3 | +200.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 138.8 | +332.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 546.0 | +937.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 166.6 | +206.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 360.9 | +490.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 18.5 | +241.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Roscoe safer?
Roscoe is safer with a total crime rate of 703 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 68% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Roscoe has 157.3. Roscoe 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 Roscoe, IL
Roscoe, Illinois, a northern Winnebago County village, grew significantly in the 1990s. Home to the historic Stone Bridge, it sits along the Rock River, contributing to its suburban character. With a safety score of 85/100 and a population coverage of 10,805, Roscoe has a total crime rate of 703.4 per 100,000 residents.