Is Los Angeles or Waxahachie Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Waxahachie is safer than Los Angeles (Safety Score 47/100 vs 35/100), with a total crime rate of 1,794 per 100,000 versus 2,212 for Los Angeles — 19% lower. Los Angeles has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Waxahachie has a 95% lower rate.
Note: Los Angeles is 77.1x 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?
Los Angeles — 5-Year Trend
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Waxahachie — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Los Angeles | Waxahachie | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,212.5 | 1,793.9 | +418.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 728.5 | 223.5 | +505.1 |
| Murder Rate | 7.0 | 4.1 | +2.9 |
| Rape Rate | 40.3 | 50.8 | -10.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 209.9 | 10.2 | +199.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 471.4 | 158.5 | +312.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,483.9 | 1,570.4 | -86.5 |
| Burglary Rate | 372.8 | 121.9 | +250.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 851.5 | 1,286.0 | -434.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 259.6 | 162.5 | +97.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Los Angeles or Waxahachie safer?
Waxahachie is safer with a total crime rate of 1,794 per 100K vs 2,212 for Los Angeles — a 19% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Los Angeles has a violent crime rate of 728.5 per 100K while Waxahachie has 223.5. Waxahachie 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 Waxahachie, TX
Waxahachie, the "Gingerbread City," boasts a historic downtown square with exquisite Victorian architecture. Located just south of Dallas, this Ellis County seat has seen significant population growth, now home to over 45,000 residents. With a safety score of 47/100 and a population coverage of 49,223, Waxahachie has a total crime rate of 1,793.9 per 100,000 residents.