Is O'fallon or Wheaton Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, O'fallon is safer than Wheaton (Safety Score 91/100 vs 89/100), with a total crime rate of 538 per 100,000 versus 593 for Wheaton — 9% lower. O'fallon has lower rates in 4 of 6 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where O'fallon has a 82% lower rate.
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | O'fallon | Wheaton | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 538.4 | 592.6 | -54.2 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 59.0 | 51.3 | +7.7 |
| Murder Rate | 0.0 | 0.0 | +0.0 |
| Rape Rate | 17.9 | 26.6 | -8.7 |
| Robbery Rate | 1.1 | 5.7 | -4.7 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 40.0 | 17.1 | +23.0 |
| Property Crime Rate | 479.4 | 541.3 | -61.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 30.6 | 93.1 | -62.5 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 413.0 | 425.5 | -12.4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 35.8 | 22.8 | +13.0 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is O'fallon or Wheaton safer?
O'fallon is safer with a total crime rate of 538 per 100K vs 593 for Wheaton — a 9% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
O'fallon has a violent crime rate of 59.0 per 100K while Wheaton has 51.3. Wheaton has lower violent crime.
About O'fallon, MO
O'Fallon, Missouri, a rapidly growing St. Charles County suburb, boasts a rich history, once home to the first Missouri State Capitol. Its population, now exceeding 90,000, reflects a diverse mix of families and professionals. With a safety score of 91/100 and a population coverage of 94,911, O'fallon has a total crime rate of 538.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Wheaton, IL
Wheaton, a DuPage County seat, is a western suburb of Chicago known for Wheaton College. Its affluent, educated population enjoys a mix of historic homes and modern developments. With a safety score of 89/100 and a population coverage of 52,649, Wheaton has a total crime rate of 592.6 per 100,000 residents.