Is Chicago or Rome Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of FBI data, Rome is safer than Chicago (Safety Score 9/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 3,976 per 100,000 versus 4,012 for Chicago — 1% lower. Chicago has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Rome has a 76% lower rate.
Note: Chicago is 69.0x 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 MORE DANGEROUS than Chicago, IL?
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chicago | Rome | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,012.2 | 3,975.7 | +36.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 539.9 | 781.6 | -241.7 |
| Murder Rate | 17.5 | 7.8 | +9.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.8 | 81.0 | -22.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 335.3 | 81.0 | +254.3 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.3 | 611.7 | -483.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,472.4 | 3,194.2 | +278.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 294.8 | 311.1 | -16.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,318.8 | 2,611.3 | -292.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 858.9 | 271.9 | +587.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago or Rome safer?
Rome is safer with a total crime rate of 3,976 per 100K vs 4,012 for Chicago — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago has a violent crime rate of 539.9 per 100K while Rome has 781.6. 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 Rome, GA
Rome, Georgia, nestled at the confluence of the Etowah and Oostanaula rivers, boasts a unique city center built on seven hills. This northwest Georgia city, home to Berry College, has a population of over 37,000 residents. With a safety score of 9/100 and a population coverage of 38,257, Rome has a total crime rate of 3,975.7 per 100,000 residents.