Is Aurora or Springfield Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Springfield (Safety Score 54/100 vs 2/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 5,813 for Springfield — 73% lower. Aurora has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Aurora has a 93% lower rate.
Aurora — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Springfield | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 5,812.5 | -4,239.1 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 901.2 | -624.5 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 8.0 | -7.5 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 106.3 | -47.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 134.0 | -96.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 652.9 | -474.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 4,911.4 | -3,614.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 1,524.6 | -1,262.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 2,813.4 | -2,047.8 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 573.4 | -304.9 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Springfield safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 5,813 for Springfield — a 73% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Springfield has 901.2. 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 Springfield, IL
Springfield, Illinois, the state capital and home to Abraham Lincoln's presidential library, is centrally located within Sangamon County. This Midwestern city's population is predominantly White, with a notable Black community. With a safety score of 2/100 and a population coverage of 111,965, Springfield has a total crime rate of 5,812.5 per 100,000 residents.