Is Aurora or Montgomery Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Montgomery is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 73/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,027 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 35% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Montgomery has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 7.6x 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 | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,027.2 | +546.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 115.6 | +161.1 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 62.3 | -3.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 8.9 | +28.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 44.5 | +134.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 911.6 | +385.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 111.2 | +151.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 720.4 | +45.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 80.0 | +188.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Montgomery safer?
Montgomery is safer with a total crime rate of 1,027 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 35% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Montgomery has 115.6. Montgomery 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 Montgomery, IL
Montgomery, a Kendall County village, grew from a Fox River ferry crossing. Its early economy centered on agricultural processing like grist and sawmills. Located southwest of Chicago, it's a growing suburban community. With a safety score of 73/100 and a population coverage of 22,489, Montgomery has a total crime rate of 1,027.2 per 100,000 residents.