Is Aurora or Danville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Danville (Safety Score 54/100 vs 1/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 7,361 for Danville — 79% lower. Aurora has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Aurora has a 84% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 6.1x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Danville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 7,360.7 | -5,787.3 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 1,684.3 | -1,407.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 3.6 | -3.0 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 175.6 | -117.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 82.4 | -44.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 1,422.7 | -1,243.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 5,676.4 | -4,379.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 1,512.3 | -1,249.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 3,845.2 | -3,079.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 318.9 | -50.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Danville safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 7,361 for Danville — a 79% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Danville has 1,684.3. 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 Danville, IL
Danville, Illinois, once home to Abraham Lincoln's law practice, is a city in Vermilion County. Situated along the Vermilion River near the Indiana border, it has experienced a decline in population since its mid-20th century peak. With a safety score of 1/100 and a population coverage of 27,905, Danville has a total crime rate of 7,360.7 per 100,000 residents.