Is Chula Vista or Joliet Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Chula Vista is safer than Joliet (Safety Score 56/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 1,508 per 100,000 versus 1,595 for Joliet — 5% lower. Chula Vista has higher rates in 3 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Joliet has a 100% lower rate.
Chula Vista — 5-Year Trend
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Joliet — 5-Year Trend
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Chula Vista, CA
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Chula Vista | Joliet | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,508.2 | 1,594.6 | -86.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 375.8 | 350.0 | +25.8 |
| Murder Rate | 1.1 | 0.0 | +1.1 |
| Rape Rate | 19.4 | 48.5 | -29.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 82.2 | 35.2 | +47.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 273.2 | 266.3 | +6.8 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,132.4 | 1,244.6 | -112.2 |
| Burglary Rate | 134.4 | 389.9 | -255.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 666.4 | 704.0 | -37.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 331.6 | 150.8 | +180.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chula Vista or Joliet safer?
Chula Vista is safer with a total crime rate of 1,508 per 100K vs 1,595 for Joliet — a 5% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Chula Vista has a violent crime rate of 375.8 per 100K while Joliet has 350.0. Joliet has lower violent crime.
About Chula Vista, CA
Chula Vista, "beautiful view" in Spanish, is San Diego County's second-largest city. It's home to the Olympic Training Center and sits just north of the Mexican border, reflecting a vibrant binational culture. With a safety score of 56/100 and a population coverage of 273,843, Chula Vista has a total crime rate of 1,508.2 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.