Is Elgin or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Elgin is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 61/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,369 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 57% lower. Elgin has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in property crime, where Elgin has a 59% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 8.8x 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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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Elgin | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,368.7 | 3,158.5 | -1,789.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 266.7 | 458.7 | -192.0 |
| Murder Rate | 4.4 | 7.4 | -3.0 |
| Rape Rate | 64.7 | 55.2 | +9.4 |
| Robbery Rate | 31.0 | 72.6 | -41.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 166.6 | 323.1 | -156.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,102.1 | 2,699.8 | -1,597.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 211.7 | 344.6 | -132.8 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 804.4 | 1,841.9 | -1,037.5 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 85.9 | 513.4 | -427.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elgin or Fort Worth safer?
Elgin is safer with a total crime rate of 1,369 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 57% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Elgin has a violent crime rate of 266.7 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Elgin has lower violent crime.
About Elgin, IL
Elgin, Illinois, once known as "Watch City" due to the Elgin National Watch Company, is a Fox River community. Located in Kane and Cook counties, it's home to a diverse population of over 114,000 residents. With a safety score of 61/100 and a population coverage of 112,879, Elgin has a total crime rate of 1,368.7 per 100,000 residents.
About Fort Worth, TX
Fort Worth, a city where the West begins, boasts a rich cattle drive history evident in the Stockyards National Historic District. Located in North Central Texas, it's a populous city within the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan area. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 997,476, Fort Worth has a total crime rate of 3,158.5 per 100,000 residents.