Is Aurora or Glen Carbon Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Glen Carbon is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 67/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,168 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 26% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Glen Carbon has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 12.3x 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 | Glen Carbon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,168.0 | +405.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 64.9 | +211.8 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 21.6 | +37.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 0.0 | +37.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 43.3 | +135.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,103.1 | +193.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 93.7 | +168.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 980.5 | -214.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 28.8 | +239.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Glen Carbon safer?
Glen Carbon is safer with a total crime rate of 1,168 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Glen Carbon has 64.9. Glen Carbon 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 Glen Carbon, IL
Glen Carbon, a village in Madison County, Illinois, was historically a coal mining town. Today, it's a growing suburban community with a median age around 40, situated just east of Edwardsville. With a safety score of 67/100 and a population coverage of 13,870, Glen Carbon has a total crime rate of 1,168.0 per 100,000 residents.