Is Aurora or Chula Vista Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Chula Vista is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 56/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,508 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 4% lower. Aurora has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Aurora has a 54% lower rate.
Aurora — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Chula Vista | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,508.2 | +65.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 375.8 | -99.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 1.1 | -0.5 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 19.4 | +39.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 82.2 | -44.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 273.2 | -94.4 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,132.4 | +164.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 134.4 | +128.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 666.4 | +99.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 331.6 | -63.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Chula Vista safer?
Chula Vista is safer with a total crime rate of 1,508 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 4% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Chula Vista has 375.8. Aurora has lower violent crime.
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.
About Chula Vista, CA
Chula Vista, "beautiful view" in Spanish, is San Diego County's second-largest city. It's home to the Olympic Training Center and sits just north of the Mexican border, reflecting a vibrant binational culture. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 273,843, Chula Vista has a total crime rate of 1,508.2 per 100,000 residents.