Is Aurora or Glenwood Springs Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Glenwood Springs (Safety Score 8/100 vs 4/100), with a total crime rate of 4,053 per 100,000 versus 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — 15% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Glenwood Springs has a 86% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 38.5x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Aurora — 5-Year Trend
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Glenwood Springs — 5-Year Trend
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Aurora, CO
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Glenwood Springs | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,052.5 | 4,770.7 | -718.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 948.6 | 309.7 | +638.9 |
| Murder Rate | 10.3 | 9.7 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 73.4 | 77.4 | -4.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 136.2 | 19.4 | +116.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 727.9 | 203.2 | +524.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,103.9 | 4,461.0 | -1,357.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 371.2 | 406.4 | -35.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,836.1 | 3,774.0 | -1,937.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 896.6 | 280.6 | +615.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Glenwood Springs safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 4,053 per 100K vs 4,771 for Glenwood Springs — a 15% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 948.6 per 100K while Glenwood Springs has 309.7. Glenwood Springs has lower violent crime.
About Aurora, CO
Aurora, Colorado, a large city spanning three counties, was originally founded in the 1880s as a dry community named Fletcher. It is now the third most populous city in Colorado, with a diverse suburban landscape east of Denver. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 397,852, Aurora has a total crime rate of 4,052.5 per 100,000 residents.
About Glenwood Springs, CO
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Glenwood Springs is a resort town famous for its hot springs, drawing visitors since the Ute people. Its population hovers around 10,000, with tourism a major economic driver. With a safety score of 4/100 and a population coverage of 10,334, Glenwood Springs has a total crime rate of 4,770.7 per 100,000 residents.