Is Aurora or Park Ridge Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Park Ridge is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 76/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 944 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 40% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Park Ridge has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 4.6x 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 | Park Ridge | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 944.4 | +629.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 96.3 | +180.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 32.1 | +26.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 18.7 | +18.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 45.5 | +133.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 848.1 | +448.6 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 305.0 | -42.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 446.8 | +318.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 96.3 | +172.2 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Park Ridge safer?
Park Ridge is safer with a total crime rate of 944 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 40% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Park Ridge has 96.3. Park Ridge 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 Park Ridge, IL
Park Ridge, Illinois, a Chicago suburb, is known for its historic Pickwick Theatre. This affluent community, home to about 39,000 residents, borders O'Hare International Airport. With a safety score of 76/100 and a population coverage of 37,379, Park Ridge has a total crime rate of 944.4 per 100,000 residents.