Is Aurora or Naperville Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Naperville is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 76/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 967 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 39% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Naperville has a 70% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Naperville | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 967.3 | +606.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 83.7 | +193.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.7 | -0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 29.9 | +28.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 15.3 | +22.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 37.9 | +140.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 883.6 | +413.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 65.8 | +196.9 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 755.4 | +10.2 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 62.5 | +206.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Naperville safer?
Naperville is safer with a total crime rate of 967 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 39% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Naperville has 83.7. Naperville 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 Naperville, IL
Naperville, a large Chicago suburb, is home to the Riverwalk, a scenic parkway along the DuPage River. This affluent community boasts a highly educated population and a thriving economy, contributing to its reputation as a desirable place to live. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 150,521, Naperville has a total crime rate of 967.3 per 100,000 residents.