Aurora, IL Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Crime in Aurora, IL

Is Aurora, IL safe to live in?

Aurora earns an overall crime grade of B- on our city-wide index, while its neighborhood-level analysis tells an even more encouraging story: the city-wide safety rating is Very Safe (A). Of the 21 neighborhoods analyzed, 52.4% (11 neighborhoods) hold a Grade A and the remaining 47.6% (10 neighborhoods) hold a Grade B. Crucially, zero neighborhoods fall into grades C, D, or F, meaning 100% of Aurora's analyzed neighborhoods sit in the "safe" tier. Neighborhoods like Waubonsee (median income $147,082), Eola Yards (median income $165,247), and Far Southeast (median income $132,827) anchor the top of the safety rankings. Even the relatively higher-crime areas — Near West Galena and McCarty Burlington — hold a Grade B, which compares favorably to many similarly sized U.S. cities.

What is the crime rate in Aurora, IL?

Rather than a single number, Aurora's crime profile is best understood through its grade distribution. All 21 analyzed neighborhoods earn either an A or a B — a split of 52.4% Grade A and 47.6% Grade B. No neighborhood grades out at C or below. The five neighborhoods with the most elevated (though still manageable) crime levels are Near West Galena (Grade B), McCarty Burlington (Grade B), Indian Creek (Grade B+), South End (Grade B+), and Southeast (Grade B+). By comparison, the ten Grade A neighborhoods — including Blackberry Countryside, Far East, and University Neighbors — represent some of the lowest crime rates found in any Illinois city of comparable size. Aurora's 6% unemployment rate and 10.6% poverty rate provide useful socioeconomic context: both figures are moderate, which generally correlates with the city's mid-to-high safety grades across the board.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Aurora?

Ten neighborhoods earned a Grade A or A- in our 2026 analysis, making them Aurora's safest areas:

• Waubonsee — Grade A | Population: 9,507 | Median Income: $147,082
• Far Southeast — Grade A | Population: 15,181 | Median Income: $132,827
• Eola Yards — Grade A | Population: 9,291 | Median Income: $165,247
• Blackberry Countryside — Grade A | Population: 8,276 | Median Income: $119,134
• Far East — Grade A | Population: 10,293 | Median Income: $136,296
• University Neighbors — Grade A | Population: 4,741 | Median Income: $98,761
• South East Villages — Grade A | Population: 9,657 | Median Income: $89,504
• Blackhawk — Grade A | Population: 4,390 | Median Income: $77,468
• Big Woods Marmion — Grade A- | Population: 6,529 | Median Income: $94,293
• Edgelawn Randall — Grade A- | Population: 17,160 | Median Income: $70,262

A notable pattern: the top-graded neighborhoods tend to carry significantly higher median incomes than Aurora's city-wide median of $74,659. For instance, Eola Yards' median income of $165,247 is more than 2.2× the city average, and Waubonsee's $147,082 is nearly 2× the city average. Even Edgelawn Randall — the largest Grade A- neighborhood at 17,160 residents — sits close to the city median, demonstrating that safety grades at the A level are achievable across a range of income brackets in Aurora.

Which Aurora neighborhoods have higher crime?

The five neighborhoods with the highest relative crime levels in Aurora are Near West Galena and McCarty Burlington (both Grade B), followed by Indian Creek, South End, and Southeast (all Grade B+). It is worth emphasizing that a Grade B or B+ still represents a safe neighborhood by national standards — these areas simply have measurably more crime activity than Aurora's Grade A zones. Residents in these neighborhoods can consult the Aurora crime map to identify specific block-level patterns and time-of-day trends, which can inform everyday decisions about parking, walking routes, and home security.

Is Aurora a good place to buy a home?

Aurora's housing and safety data together paint a compelling picture for prospective buyers. The median home value is $194,110 — well below the national median — while the median household income of $74,659 provides a reasonable price-to-income ratio. Median rent sits at $1,274 per month, giving renters a lower-cost alternative while they evaluate the market. On the safety side, 100% of Aurora's analyzed neighborhoods grade out at B or higher, meaning buyers at virtually every price point can find a neighborhood with a strong safety profile. Higher-income areas like Eola Yards (median home values likely well above the city average given the $165,247 median income) and Waubonsee offer Grade A safety, while more affordable areas such as Edgelawn Randall and Blackhawk maintain Grade A- and A ratings respectively — a rare combination of affordability and safety.

How does Aurora's crime compare to other Illinois cities?

Aurora's overall crime grade of B- and its city-wide neighborhood safety rating of Very Safe (A) position it favorably among Illinois cities of comparable population. With nearly 199,326 residents and a population density of 1,709 people per square mile, Aurora is the second-largest city in Illinois — yet it achieves a neighborhood grade distribution where not a single one of its 21 analyzed neighborhoods falls below a Grade B. That 0% rate of C, D, or F neighborhoods is a meaningful benchmark. Many larger Midwest cities with similar population densities show at least some neighborhoods grading out at C or below, making Aurora's clean A/B split a distinguishing safety characteristic for the region.