Is Aurora or Rantoul Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Rantoul (Safety Score 54/100 vs 32/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 2,324 for Rantoul — 32% lower. Aurora has lower rates in 6 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Aurora has a 93% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 14.4x 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 | Rantoul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 2,323.6 | -750.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 549.2 | -272.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 8.5 | -7.9 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 67.6 | -9.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 76.1 | -38.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 397.1 | -218.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,774.4 | -477.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 566.1 | -303.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,073.1 | -307.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 135.2 | +133.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Rantoul safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 2,324 for Rantoul — a 32% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Rantoul has 549.2. Aurora 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 Rantoul, IL
Rantoul, a village in Champaign County, was once home to Chanute Air Force Base. This community of around 13,000 residents is located in Central Illinois' agricultural heartland. With a safety score of 32/100 and a population coverage of 11,835, Rantoul has a total crime rate of 2,323.6 per 100,000 residents.