Is Aurora or East Peoria Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than East Peoria (Safety Score 54/100 vs 26/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 2,633 for East Peoria — 40% lower. Aurora has lower rates in 4 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Aurora has a 87% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 7.8x 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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East Peoria — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | East Peoria | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 2,633.4 | -1,060.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 269.7 | +6.9 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 4.6 | -4.0 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 59.4 | -0.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 13.7 | +23.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 187.5 | -8.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 2,363.6 | -1,066.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 480.0 | -217.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,787.6 | -1,022.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 96.0 | +172.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or East Peoria safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 2,633 for East Peoria — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while East Peoria has 269.7. East Peoria 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 East Peoria, IL
East Peoria, a Tazewell County city, sits along the Illinois River. Home to Caterpillar's first factory, it maintains an industrial character and a population of around 23,000 residents. With a safety score of 26/100 and a population coverage of 21,873, East Peoria has a total crime rate of 2,633.4 per 100,000 residents.