Is Joliet or Lombard Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Joliet is safer than Lombard (Safety Score 53/100 vs 49/100), with a total crime rate of 1,595 per 100,000 versus 1,717 for Lombard — 7% lower. Joliet has higher rates in 2 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in violent crime, where Lombard has a 67% lower rate.
Note: Joliet is 3.5x 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 | Joliet | Lombard | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,594.6 | 1,716.5 | -121.9 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 350.0 | 117.0 | +233.0 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 48.5 | 39.0 | +9.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 35.2 | 25.2 | +10.0 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 266.3 | 52.8 | +213.5 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,244.6 | 1,599.5 | -354.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 389.9 | 181.3 | +208.6 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 704.0 | 1,356.3 | -652.3 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 150.8 | 62.0 | +88.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joliet or Lombard safer?
Joliet is safer with a total crime rate of 1,595 per 100K vs 1,717 for Lombard — a 7% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Joliet has a violent crime rate of 350.0 per 100K while Lombard has 117.0. Lombard has lower violent crime.
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.
About Lombard, IL
Lombard, "The Lilac Village," is a western suburb of Chicago in DuPage County. It's home to the historic Sheldon Peck Homestead and boasts a diverse population of over 46,000 residents. With a safety score of 49/100 and a population coverage of 43,576, Lombard has a total crime rate of 1,716.5 per 100,000 residents.