Is Bloomingdale or Joliet Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Bloomingdale is safer than Joliet (Safety Score 58/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100,000 versus 1,595 for Joliet — 9% lower. Bloomingdale has lower rates in 4 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Bloomingdale has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Joliet is 6.8x 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 | Bloomingdale | Joliet | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,458.7 | 1,594.6 | -135.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 71.8 | 350.0 | -278.2 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 31.4 | 48.5 | -17.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 0.0 | 35.2 | -35.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 40.4 | 266.3 | -225.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,386.9 | 1,244.6 | +142.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 246.9 | 389.9 | -143.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,122.1 | 704.0 | +418.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 18.0 | 150.8 | -132.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bloomingdale or Joliet safer?
Bloomingdale is safer with a total crime rate of 1,459 per 100K vs 1,595 for Joliet — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Bloomingdale has a violent crime rate of 71.8 per 100K while Joliet has 350.0. Bloomingdale has lower violent crime.
About Bloomingdale, IL
Bloomingdale, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago, grew around the DuPage River. Once home to a significant German immigrant population, it's now a diverse community with convenient access to major expressways. With a safety score of 58/100 and a population coverage of 22,280, Bloomingdale has a total crime rate of 1,458.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Joliet, IL
Joliet, a former steel town on the Des Plaines River, boasts the historic Rialto Square Theatre. This city southwest of Chicago has a diverse population, with a significant Hispanic community. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 150,569, Joliet has a total crime rate of 1,594.6 per 100,000 residents.