La Palma, CA Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is La Palma Safe?
Yes — La Palma is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
La Palma has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 149.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 149
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
77% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 40
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
35% higher than national average
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La Palma Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
19 | -81% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
108 | +8% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
418 | +318% | Very High | |
|
Rape
|
217 | +117% | High | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
77 | -23% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
120 | +20% | Average | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
186 | +86% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in La Palma, CA?
La Palma, CA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 149 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 40 chance for property crime. La Palma has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is La Palma, CA safe to live in?
La Palma is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting La Palma is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in La Palma?
The estimated violent crime rate in La Palma is 673.1 per 100,000 residents, which is 77% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 149 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 1.0 per 100K (81% below average); aggravated assault at 290.5 per 100K (8% above average); robbery at 308.8 per 100K (318% above average).
What is the property crime rate in La Palma?
The estimated property crime rate in La Palma is 2,482.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 35% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 40 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 208.8 per 100K (23% below average); larceny/theft at 1,681.4 per 100K (20% above average); vehicle theft at 592.0 per 100K (86% above average).
How does La Palma crime compare to the national average?
La Palma's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is robbery (318% above average), while murder is 81% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, La Palma has lower crime than 94% of them.
Is La Palma safe to visit?
La Palma is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 35% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does La Palma crime compare to the rest of California?
California as a whole has crime that is 9% above the national average. La Palma's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical California city.
What type of crime is most common in La Palma?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in La Palma, with an estimated rate of 1,681.4 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 20% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,482 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (673 per 100K) in La Palma, which is consistent with national trends.