Is Aurora or Elgin Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Elgin is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 61/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,369 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 13% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Aurora has a 87% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Elgin | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,368.7 | +204.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 266.7 | +10.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 4.4 | -3.8 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 64.7 | -6.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 31.0 | +6.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 166.6 | +12.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,102.1 | +194.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 211.7 | +50.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 804.4 | -38.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 85.9 | +182.6 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Elgin safer?
Elgin is safer with a total crime rate of 1,369 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 13% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Elgin has 266.7. Elgin 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 Elgin, IL
Elgin, Illinois, once known as "Watch City" due to the Elgin National Watch Company, is a Fox River community. Located in Kane and Cook counties, it's home to a diverse population of over 114,000 residents. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 112,879, Elgin has a total crime rate of 1,368.7 per 100,000 residents.