Is Elk Grove Village or Fort Worth Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Elk Grove Village is safer than Fort Worth (Safety Score 46/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 1,818 per 100,000 versus 3,158 for Fort Worth — 42% lower. Elk Grove Village has lower rates in 7 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in murder, where Elk Grove Village has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Fort Worth is 32.3x 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 | Elk Grove Village | Fort Worth | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,818.1 | 3,158.5 | -1,340.4 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 122.9 | 458.7 | -335.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 7.4 | -7.4 |
| Rape Rate | 55.0 | 55.2 | -0.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 25.9 | 72.6 | -46.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 38.8 | 323.1 | -284.3 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,695.1 | 2,699.8 | -1,004.7 |
| Burglary Rate | 307.3 | 344.6 | -37.3 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,099.9 | 1,841.9 | -742.0 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 287.9 | 513.4 | -225.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elk Grove Village or Fort Worth safer?
Elk Grove Village is safer with a total crime rate of 1,818 per 100K vs 3,158 for Fort Worth — a 42% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Elk Grove Village has a violent crime rate of 122.9 per 100K while Fort Worth has 458.7. Elk Grove Village has lower violent crime.
About Elk Grove Village, IL
Elk Grove Village, home to the world's largest industrial park, is a northwest Chicago suburb in Cook County. Its diverse population enjoys a unique blend of residential and commercial areas. With a safety score of 46/100 and a population coverage of 30,912, Elk Grove Village has a total crime rate of 1,818.1 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.