Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA?
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Is Los Angeles or Truckee Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Truckee is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 74/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,027 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 54% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Truckee has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 221.6x 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 | Truckee | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,027.3 | +1,185.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 379.4 | +349.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 0.0 | +7.0 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 35.0 | +5.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 11.7 | +198.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 326.9 | +144.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 647.9 | +836.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 99.2 | +273.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 478.6 | +372.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 70.0 | +189.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Truckee, CA?
The Moving Checklist Planner turns your move-in date into a dated checklist, packing inventory and budget — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Truckee safer?
Truckee is safer with a total crime rate of 1,027 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 54% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Truckee has 379.4. Truckee 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 Truckee, CA
Nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains along the historic Donner Pass, Truckee is a small town with a seasonal influx of tourists. Its proximity to Lake Tahoe makes it a popular destination for outdoor recreation. With a safety score of 74/100 and a population coverage of 17,132, Truckee has a total crime rate of 1,027.3 per 100,000 residents.