Is Aurora or Lombard Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Lombard (Safety Score 54/100 vs 49/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 1,717 for Lombard — 8% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Lombard has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 3.9x 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 | Lombard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,716.5 | -143.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 117.0 | +159.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 39.0 | +19.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 25.2 | +12.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 52.8 | +126.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,599.5 | -302.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 181.3 | +81.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,356.3 | -590.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 62.0 | +206.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Lombard safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 1,717 for Lombard — a 8% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Lombard has 117.0. Lombard 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 Lombard, IL
Lombard, "The Lilac Village," is a western suburb of Chicago in DuPage County. It's home to the historic Sheldon Peck Homestead and boasts a diverse population of over 46,000 residents. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 43,576, Lombard has a total crime rate of 1,716.5 per 100,000 residents.