Crime Rate & Safety Comparison
Elgin is the safer city with a safety score of 44/100. Athens has a violent crime rate of 497.5/100K compared to 698.7/100K in Elgin.
| Metric | Athens Georgia | Elgin Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Score | 44/100 | 44/100 |
| Violent Crime Rate | 497.5 | 698.7 |
| Property Crime Rate | 3,972.7 | 3,740.3 |
| Total Crime Rate | 4,470.2 | 4,439 |
| Murder Rate | 27.9 | 22.1 |
| Robbery Rate | 121.3 | 193.4 |
| Assault Rate | 301.6 | 441.4 |
| Burglary Rate | 777.1 | 1,050.6 |
| Larceny Rate | 2,558.5 | 2,066.7 |
| Vehicle Theft Rate | 637.1 | 623 |
| Population | 191,277 | 180,669 |
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.