Is Chicago or Greensboro Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Chicago is safer than Greensboro (Safety Score 8/100 vs 7/100), with a total crime rate of 4,012 per 100,000 versus 4,307 for Greensboro — 7% lower. Chicago has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Greensboro has a 48% lower rate.
Note: Chicago is 8.7x 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 | Greensboro | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,012.2 | 4,306.9 | -294.6 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 539.9 | 923.7 | -383.9 |
| Murder Rate | 17.5 | 14.1 | +3.3 |
| Rape Rate | 58.8 | 26.3 | +32.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 335.3 | 173.5 | +161.8 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.3 | 709.8 | -581.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,472.4 | 3,383.1 | +89.3 |
| Burglary Rate | 294.8 | 482.4 | -187.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,318.8 | 2,308.2 | +10.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 858.9 | 592.5 | +266.4 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago or Greensboro safer?
Chicago is safer with a total crime rate of 4,012 per 100K vs 4,307 for Greensboro — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago has a violent crime rate of 539.9 per 100K while Greensboro has 923.7. Chicago 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 Greensboro, NC
Greensboro, a city in North Carolina's Piedmont Triad, was the site of the 1960 Woolworth's lunch counter sit-in. It's a diverse community with a population of over 299,000 residents. With a safety score of 7/100 and a population coverage of 304,306, Greensboro has a total crime rate of 4,306.9 per 100,000 residents.