Located in the heart of South Los Angeles, the 90037 zip code has a high crime rate compared to the rest of the country. According to recent data, the violent crime rate in 90037 is 65.7, which is almost three times the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of this area are more likely to experience violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and murder. In addition, the property crime rate in 90037 is 68.4, almost double the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics paint a concerning picture of the safety and security of this neighborhood. As someone living in the United States where the violent and property crime rates are significantly lower, it's alarming to see such high numbers in one specific area. It raises questions about the effectiveness of law enforcement and the underlying issues that contribute to the crime in 90037.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Los Angeles (zip 90037) violent crime is 65.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Los Angeles (zip 90037) property crime is 68.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Los Angeles, California does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Huntington Park, California. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Huntington Park, California. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.