Is Joliet or Minooka Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Minooka is safer than Joliet (Safety Score 97/100 vs 53/100), with a total crime rate of 341 per 100,000 versus 1,595 for Joliet — 79% lower. Joliet has higher rates in 0 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Minooka has a 100% lower rate.
Note: Joliet is 11.7x 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 | Minooka | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 1,594.6 | 340.6 | +1,254.0 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 350.0 | 7.7 | +342.3 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 48.5 | 0.0 | +48.5 |
| Robbery Rate | 35.2 | 0.0 | +35.2 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 266.3 | 7.7 | +258.6 |
| Property Crime Rate | 1,244.6 | 332.8 | +911.8 |
| Burglary Rate | 389.9 | 54.2 | +335.7 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 704.0 | 255.4 | +448.6 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 150.8 | 23.2 | +127.5 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joliet or Minooka safer?
Minooka is safer with a total crime rate of 341 per 100K vs 1,595 for Joliet — a 79% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Joliet has a violent crime rate of 350.0 per 100K while Minooka has 7.7. Minooka 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 Minooka, IL
Minooka, a Will County village, was originally named "Anziona" and is known for its annual summer festival, Minooka Fest. Situated along the Illinois River, it has experienced significant suburban growth. With a safety score of 97/100 and a population coverage of 12,919, Minooka has a total crime rate of 340.6 per 100,000 residents.