Is Chicago or Saginaw Township Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Saginaw Township is safer than Chicago (Safety Score 53/100 vs 8/100), with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100,000 versus 4,012 for Chicago — 60% lower. Chicago has higher rates in 0 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Saginaw Township has a 94% lower rate.
Note: Chicago is 64.6x 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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Saginaw Township — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chicago | Saginaw Township | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 4,012.2 | 1,600.4 | +2,411.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 539.9 | 173.8 | +366.1 |
| Murder Rate | 17.5 | 4.9 | +12.6 |
| Rape Rate | 58.8 | 31.8 | +27.0 |
| Robbery Rate | 335.3 | 19.6 | +315.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 128.3 | 117.5 | +10.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,472.4 | 1,426.7 | +2,045.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 294.8 | 173.8 | +121.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 2,318.8 | 1,142.8 | +1,175.9 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 858.9 | 110.1 | +748.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago or Saginaw Township safer?
Saginaw Township is safer with a total crime rate of 1,600 per 100K vs 4,012 for Chicago — a 60% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chicago has a violent crime rate of 539.9 per 100K while Saginaw Township has 173.8. Saginaw Township 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 Saginaw Township, MI
Saginaw Township, a suburban area in Saginaw County, borders the City of Saginaw. It's home to the Saginaw Spirit OHL hockey team and has a population of around 40,000 residents. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 40,864, Saginaw Township has a total crime rate of 1,600.4 per 100,000 residents.