Is Aurora or Streator Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Aurora is safer than Streator (Safety Score 54/100 vs 42/100), with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100,000 versus 1,942 for Streator — 19% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Streator has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 14.0x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Aurora — 5-Year Trend
Violent
Property
Total
Streator — 5-Year Trend
Violent
Property
Total
Aurora, IL
Streator, IL
Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Aurora | Streator | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,942.2 | -368.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 188.5 | +88.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 32.8 | +25.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 0.0 | +37.5 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 155.7 | +23.1 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,753.7 | -457.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 295.0 | -32.4 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 1,425.9 | -660.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 32.8 | +235.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Streator safer?
Aurora is safer with a total crime rate of 1,573 per 100K vs 1,942 for Streator — a 19% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Streator has 188.5. Streator 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 Streator, IL
Streator, Illinois, once a bustling coal mining town, sits in LaSalle County. This small city, with a population around 12,000, lies along the Vermilion River. With a safety score of 42/100 and a population coverage of 12,203, Streator has a total crime rate of 1,942.2 per 100,000 residents.