Los Angeles, CA Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Los Angeles Police Department serves the city of Los Angeles, CA in Los Angeles County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 272,990 violent crimes and 399,310 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 144.8 per 100k residents, which is 36.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 254.6 per 100k, 55.6% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate144.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents272,990 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade CAnnual Rate0.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents1,320 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate3.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents8,285 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate19.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents35,500 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate40.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents75,996 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate254.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents399,310 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate36.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents57,980 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate157.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents246,706 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate60.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents87,898 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 144.8 | D | 272990 | 106.2 | +36.3% |
| Property Crime | 254.6 | D | 399310 | 163.6 | +55.6% |
| Homicide | 0.5 | C | 1320 | 0.5 | -6.2% |
| Rape | 3.8 | C | 8285 | 3.5 | +8.3% |
| Robbery | 19.8 | F | 35500 | 5.8 | +240.5% |
| Aggravated Assault | 40.4 | F | 75996 | 22.3 | +81.7% |
| Burglary | 36.2 | D | 57980 | 24.0 | +50.8% |
| Larceny | 157.2 | D | 246706 | 116.4 | +35.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 60.6 | F | 87898 | 22.2 | +173.4% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 2105 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Arab | 14 |
| Anti-Asian | 102 |
| Anti-Hindu | 2 |
| Anti-White | 93 |
| Anti-Female | 5 |
| Anti-Jewish | 332 |
| Anti-Bisexual | 2 |
| Anti-Buddhist | 3 |
| Anti-Catholic | 11 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 371 |
| Anti-Protestant | 2 |
| Anti-Transgender | 101 |
| Anti-Heterosexual | 2 |
| Anti-Other Religion | 14 |
| Anti-Other Christian | 18 |
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 20 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 37 |
| Anti-Jehovah's Witness | 4 |
| Anti-Mental Disability | 3 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 262 |
| Anti-Physical Disability | 8 |
| Anti-Gender Non-Conforming | 15 |
| Anti-Multiple Races, Group | 14 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 547 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Other Race/Ethnicity/Ancestry | 67 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 55 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burbank | 0 miles | B 86.0 | F 275.5 | Violent: 40.6% lower Property: 8.2% higher |
| Compton | 0 miles | C 120.7 | F 322.2 | Violent: 16.6% lower Property: 26.5% higher |
| Downey | 0 miles | A 64.8 | D 210.3 | Violent: 55.2% lower Property: 17.4% lower |
| El Monte | 0 miles | C 106.3 | C 179.8 | Violent: 26.6% lower Property: 29.4% lower |
| Gardena | 0 miles | C 107.2 | F 325.0 | Violent: 26.0% lower Property: 27.6% higher |