Is Alsip or Aurora Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Alsip (Safety Score 54/100 vs 15/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 3,344 for Alsip — 53% lower. Alsip has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Alsip has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 9.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Alsip | Aurora | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,344.3 | 1,573.4 | +1,770.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 289.8 | 276.7 | +13.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.6 | -0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 128.2 | 58.6 | +69.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 111.5 | 37.5 | +74.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 50.2 | 178.8 | -128.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,054.5 | 1,296.7 | +1,757.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 785.9 | 262.6 | +523.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,666.6 | 765.6 | +901.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 602.0 | 268.5 | +333.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alsip or Aurora safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 3,344 for Alsip — a 53% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Alsip has a violent crime rate of 289.8 per 100K while Aurora has 276.7. Aurora has lower violent crime.
About Alsip, IL
Alsip, a southwest Chicago suburb, is home to the historic St. Casimir Cemetery. This village primarily consists of residential areas and light industrial parks, with a diverse population. With a safety score of 15/100 and a population coverage of 17,941, Alsip has a total crime rate of 3,344.3 per 100,000 residents.
About Aurora, IL
Aurora, Illinois, "City of Lights," was the first in the U.S. to light its streets with electricity. Situated along the Fox River, it's the second-most populous city in Illinois. With a safety score of 54/100 and a population coverage of 170,585, Aurora has a total crime rate of 1,573.4 per 100,000 residents.