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Is Chicago or Frisco Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Frisco is safer than Chicago (Safety Score 70/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 1,104 per 100,000 versus 4,012 for Chicago — 72% lower. Chicago has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Frisco has a 96% lower rate.
Note: Chicago is 11.3x larger by coverage, which can affect crime rate comparisons. Larger cities tend to report higher rates due to density and more comprehensive reporting.
Quiz: which of these is SAFER than Chicago, IL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chicago | Frisco | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,012.2 | 1,104.1 | +2,908.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 539.9 | 101.3 | +438.6 |
| Murder Rate | 17.5 | 1.3 | +16.2 |
| Rape Rate | 58.8 | 23.6 | +35.2 |
| Robbery Rate | 335.3 | 12.5 | +322.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.3 | 63.5 | +64.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,472.4 | 1,002.7 | +2,469.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 294.8 | 68.3 | +226.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,318.8 | 866.7 | +1,452.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 858.9 | 67.8 | +791.1 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Moving from Chicago, IL to Frisco, TX?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago or Frisco safer?
Frisco is safer with a total crime rate of 1,104 per 100K vs 4,012 for Chicago — a 72% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago has a violent crime rate of 539.9 per 100K while Frisco has 101.3. Frisco has lower violent crime.
About Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, a major Midwest hub and birthplace of the skyscraper, sits on Lake Michigan's shores. Its diverse population of over 2.7 million people contributes to its vibrant arts and culture scene. With a safety score of 8/100 and a population coverage of 2,638,698, Chicago has a total crime rate of 4,012.2 per 100,000 residents.
About Frisco, TX
Frisco, a Dallas-Fort Worth suburb, was once a stop on the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway. Its population has rapidly grown to over 200,000, making it one of the largest cities in Collin County. With a safety score of 70/100 and a population coverage of 232,961, Frisco has a total crime rate of 1,104.1 per 100,000 residents.