Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, WA?
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Is Los Angeles or Vancouver Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Los Angeles is safer than Vancouver (Safety Score 35/100 vs 9/100), with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100,000 versus 3,991 for Vancouver — 45% lower. Los Angeles has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Los Angeles has a 56% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 19.2x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Los Angeles, CA?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Vancouver | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 3,991.0 | -1,778.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 583.8 | +144.8 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 5.6 | +1.4 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 61.6 | -21.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 122.1 | +87.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 393.1 | +78.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 3,407.3 | -1,923.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 469.2 | -96.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 2,341.1 | -1,489.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 596.9 | -337.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Los Angeles, CA to Vancouver, WA?
An out-of-state move adds new driver's license, plates, voter registration and deadlines that differ by state. The Moving Checklist Planner dates every task from your move-in day — seven tabs for Google Sheets or Excel, $12 once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Vancouver safer?
Los Angeles is safer with a total crime rate of 2,212 per 100K vs 3,991 for Vancouver — a 45% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Vancouver has 583.8. Vancouver 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 Vancouver, WA
Vancouver, Washington, across the Columbia River from Portland, Oregon, is the fourth-largest city in Washington. It was the site of Fort Vancouver, a major 19th-century fur trading post. The city has seen significant growth, with a population over 190,000. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 198,194, Vancouver has a total crime rate of 3,991.0 per 100,000 residents.