Is Los Angeles or Saginaw Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Saginaw Township is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 53/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 28% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Saginaw Township has a 91% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 92.9x 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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Saginaw Township — 5-Year Trend
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Los Angeles, CA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Saginaw Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,600.4 | +612.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 173.8 | +554.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 4.9 | +2.1 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 31.8 | +8.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 19.6 | +190.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 117.5 | +353.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,426.7 | +57.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 173.8 | +199.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,142.8 | -291.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 110.1 | +149.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Saginaw Township safer?
Saginaw Township is safer with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 28% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Saginaw Township has 173.8. Saginaw 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 Saginaw Township, MI
Saginaw Township, a suburban area in Saginaw County, borders the City of Saginaw. It's home to the Saginaw Spirit OHL hockey team and has a population of around 40,000 residents. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 40,864, Saginaw Township has a total crime rate of 1,600.4 per 100,000 residents.