Is Aurora or Collinsville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Collinsville (Safety Score 54/100 vs 42/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 1,953 for Collinsville — 19% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Collinsville has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 7.2x 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 | Aurora | Collinsville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,953.5 | -380.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 194.9 | +81.8 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 63.6 | -4.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 12.7 | +24.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 118.7 | +60.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,758.6 | -461.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 550.9 | -288.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,029.7 | -264.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 178.0 | +90.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Collinsville safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 1,953 for Collinsville — a 19% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Collinsville has 194.9. Collinsville 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 Collinsville, IL
Collinsville, Illinois, is a city in Madison County, just east of St. Louis. Home to the world's largest catsup bottle, it sits near the Cahokia Mounds, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 23,599, Collinsville has a total crime rate of 1,953.5 per 100,000 residents.