Is Aurora or Wood Dale Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Wood Dale is safer than Aurora (Safety Score 67/100 vs 54/100), with a total crime rate of 1,191 per 100,000 versus 1,573 for Aurora — 24% lower. Aurora has higher rates in 1 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Wood Dale has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Aurora is 12.5x 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 | Wood Dale | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,573.4 | 1,190.7 | +382.7 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 276.7 | 102.3 | +174.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.6 | 0.0 | +0.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.6 | 43.8 | +14.8 |
| Robbery Rate | 37.5 | 7.3 | +30.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 178.8 | 51.1 | +127.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,296.7 | 1,088.5 | +208.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 262.6 | 226.5 | +36.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 765.6 | 774.3 | -8.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 268.5 | 87.7 | +180.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aurora or Wood Dale safer?
Wood Dale is safer with a total crime rate of 1,191 per 100K vs 1,573 for Aurora — a 24% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Aurora has a violent crime rate of 276.7 per 100K while Wood Dale has 102.3. Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale, IL
Wood Dale, a suburb west of Chicago, is home to a significant industrial park and O'Hare International Airport's western perimeter. Historically, it was a farming community before post-WWII development. With a safety score of 67/100 and a population coverage of 13,689, Wood Dale has a total crime rate of 1,190.7 per 100,000 residents.