Is Cicero or Joliet Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Cicero is safer than Joliet (Safety Score 53/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 1,586 per 100,000 versus 1,595 for Joliet — 1% lower. Cicero has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Joliet has a 100% lower rate.
Cicero — 5-Year Trend
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Joliet — 5-Year Trend
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Cicero, IL
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Cicero | Joliet | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,586.3 | 1,594.6 | -8.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 352.4 | 350.0 | +2.4 |
| Murder Rate | 5.0 | 0.0 | +5.0 |
| Rape Rate | 15.1 | 48.5 | -33.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 121.6 | 35.2 | +86.4 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 205.7 | 266.3 | -60.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,233.9 | 1,244.6 | -10.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 420.1 | 389.9 | +30.2 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 431.4 | 704.0 | -272.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 382.5 | 150.8 | +231.7 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cicero or Joliet safer?
Cicero is safer with a total crime rate of 1,586 per 100K vs 1,595 for Joliet — a 1% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Cicero has a violent crime rate of 352.4 per 100K while Joliet has 350.0. Joliet has lower violent crime.
About Cicero, IL
Cicero, Illinois, a long-established industrial suburb just west of Chicago, was once home to the infamous Al Capone. This diverse community, primarily a working-class area, sits along major transportation routes. With a safety score of 53/100 and a population coverage of 79,748, Cicero has a total crime rate of 1,586.3 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.