Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Elgin is the safer city with a safety score of 44/100. Elgin has a violent crime rate of 698.7/100K compared to 1,960.9/100K in Gary.
| Metric | Elgin Illinois | Gary Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 44/100 | 14/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 698.7 | 1,960.9 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,740.3 | 4,885.4 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,439 | 6,846.3 |
| Murder Rate | 22.1 | 104.9 |
| Robbery Rate | 193.4 | 477.8 |
| Assault Rate | 441.4 | 1,122.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 1,050.6 | 788 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,066.7 | 3,056.2 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 623 | 1,041.2 |
| Population | 180,669 | 282,627 |
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.