Is Mobile or Oxnard Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Mobile is safer than Oxnard (Safety Score 30/100 vs 29/100), with a total crime rate of 2,426 per 100,000 versus 2,474 for Oxnard — 2% lower. Mobile has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oxnard has a 82% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Mobile | Oxnard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 2,426.5 | 2,473.6 | -47.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 752.0 | 596.4 | +155.7 |
| Murder Rate | 16.5 | 3.0 | +13.4 |
| Rape Rate | 26.2 | 32.9 | -6.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 52.7 | 118.6 | -65.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 656.7 | 441.8 | +214.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,674.5 | 1,877.3 | -202.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 313.4 | 200.7 | +112.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,188.6 | 1,315.4 | -126.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 172.5 | 361.3 | -188.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mobile or Oxnard safer?
Mobile is safer with a total crime rate of 2,426 per 100K vs 2,474 for Oxnard — a 2% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Mobile has a violent crime rate of 752.0 per 100K while Oxnard has 596.4. Oxnard has lower violent crime.
About Mobile, AL
Mobile, Alabama, a port city on Mobile Bay, boasts a rich Mardi Gras tradition predating New Orleans. Its population is predominantly African American, reflecting its deep Southern roots. With a safety score of 30/100 and a population coverage of 237,092, Mobile has a total crime rate of 2,426.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Oxnard, CA
Oxnard, a coastal city in Ventura County, is known for its strawberry fields and as a gateway to the Channel Islands. Founded by Henry T. Oxnard for a sugar beet factory, its diverse population enjoys a Mediterranean climate. With a safety score of 29/100 and a population coverage of 197,361, Oxnard has a total crime rate of 2,473.6 per 100,000 residents.