Is Aurora or Oak Forest Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Oak Forest is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 91/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 527 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 67% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Oak Forest has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 6.6x 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 | Oak Forest | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 526.7 | +1,046.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 89.1 | +187.6 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 7.8 | +50.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 23.2 | +14.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 58.1 | +120.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 437.6 | +859.1 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 127.8 | +134.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 271.1 | +494.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 38.7 | +229.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Oak Forest safer?
Oak Forest is safer with a total crime rate of 527 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 67% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Oak Forest has 89.1. Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest, IL
Oak Forest, a southwest suburb of Chicago, grew around the Oak Forest Hospital of Cook County established in 1910. Its residents are primarily white, with a notable Hispanic population. With a safety score of 91/100 and a population coverage of 25,823, Oak Forest has a total crime rate of 526.7 per 100,000 residents.