Do you live in the most dangerous city in California?

"Dangerous" as defined by the Merriam Webster Dictionary, involves "possible injury, pain, harm, or loss." While a place that is considered dangerous to some might not be considered dangerous to others, there are concrete statistics that solidify just how unsafe a city is in comparison to other locations.

Crime rates (further broken down by types of crimes committed) are a good indicator that a city's safety ratings might be struggling. For example, if a city has high violent, property, or organized crime rates, it will not rank among the safest places to travel to or live in.

According to a list compiled by Safe and Sound Security, the most dangerous cities in California are Stockton (ranking 15th for aggravated assault) and Los Angeles (ranking 18th for aggravated assault).

Here's what Safe and Sound Security had to say about the safety issues in each aforementioned city:

Stockton:

"In Stockton, California, aggravated assault tops the list of concerns, reflecting a broader issue of violent crime that the city grapples with. It amounts to a violent crime rate of 11.79 per 1,000 residents, according to the latest crime data. Efforts to mitigate these issues include community-based initiatives and strengthening law enforcement approaches to address the factors contributing to high crime rates. The city continues to focus on reducing crime and safeguarding its communities through various strategic approaches."

Los Angeles:

"Los Angeles, one of the largest cities in the U.S., grapples with a notable rate of violent crimes, especially aggravated assaults. L.A has a violent crime rate of 8.38 per 1,000 people, according to the latest reports. Despite these challenges, LA works through law enforcement and community collaborations to reduce crime rates and improve safety. The city’s efforts include increasing police patrols and implementing violence prevention programs to address the root causes of crime."

For a continued list of the 20 most dangerous city across the country in 2024 check out getsafeandsound.com.