Is Phoenix or Rantoul Safer?
According to crimebycity.com's analysis of 2024 FBI data, Rantoul is safer than Phoenix (Safety Score 32/100 vs 17/100), with a total crime rate of 2,324 per 100,000 versus 3,125 for Phoenix — 26% lower. Phoenix has higher rates in 2 of 7 crime categories.
The biggest difference is in robbery, where Rantoul has a 58% lower rate.
Note: Phoenix is 140.5x 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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Rantoul — 5-Year Trend
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Detailed Crime Rate Comparison
| Crime Type | Phoenix | Rantoul | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crime Rate | 3,125.4 | 2,323.6 | +801.8 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 800.0 | 549.2 | +250.8 |
| Murder Rate | 8.4 | 8.5 | -0.1 |
| Rape Rate | 64.3 | 67.6 | -3.3 |
| Robbery Rate | 181.6 | 76.1 | +105.6 |
| Aggravated Assault Rate | 545.3 | 397.1 | +148.2 |
| Property Crime Rate | 2,325.3 | 1,774.4 | +550.9 |
| Burglary Rate | 317.2 | 566.1 | -249.0 |
| Larceny-Theft Rate | 1,582.1 | 1,073.1 | +509.1 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft Rate | 426.0 | 135.2 | +290.8 |
All rates per 100,000 residents. Source: FBI UCR 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phoenix or Rantoul safer?
Rantoul is safer with a total crime rate of 2,324 per 100K vs 3,125 for Phoenix — a 26% difference.
How do violent crime rates compare?
Phoenix has a violent crime rate of 800.0 per 100K while Rantoul has 549.2. Rantoul has lower violent crime.
About Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, the "Valley of the Sun," is a sprawling desert metropolis with a rich Native American heritage, including the Hohokam people. It's the fifth-largest city in the United States by population, experiencing rapid growth in recent decades. With a safety score of 17/100 and a population coverage of 1,662,809, Phoenix has a total crime rate of 3,125.4 per 100,000 residents.
About Rantoul, IL
Rantoul, a village in Champaign County, was once home to Chanute Air Force Base. This community of around 13,000 residents is located in Central Illinois' agricultural heartland. With a safety score of 32/100 and a population coverage of 11,835, Rantoul has a total crime rate of 2,323.6 per 100,000 residents.