Is Hickory Hills or Joliet Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Hickory Hills is safer than Joliet (Safety Score 69/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 1,124 per 100,000 versus 1,595 for Joliet — 30% lower. Hickory Hills has lower rates in 5 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Hickory Hills has a 79% lower rate.
Note: Joliet is 11.0x 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 | Hickory Hills | Joliet | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,124.2 | 1,594.6 | -470.5 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 87.6 | 350.0 | -262.4 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 21.9 | 48.5 | -26.6 |
| Robbery Rate | 7.3 | 35.2 | -27.9 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 58.4 | 266.3 | -207.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,036.6 | 1,244.6 | -208.0 |
| Burglary Rate | 58.4 | 389.9 | -331.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 868.7 | 704.0 | +164.7 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 109.5 | 150.8 | -41.3 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hickory Hills or Joliet safer?
Hickory Hills is safer with a total crime rate of 1,124 per 100K vs 1,595 for Joliet — a 30% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Hickory Hills has a violent crime rate of 87.6 per 100K while Joliet has 350.0. Hickory Hills has lower violent crime.
About Hickory Hills, IL
Hickory Hills, a southwestern suburb of Chicago, is known for its annual Hickory Hills Street Fair. This community, primarily residential, has a population of around 14,000. With a safety score of 69/100 and a population coverage of 13,699, Hickory Hills has a total crime rate of 1,124.2 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.