Lima, IL has a significantly lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average, with a rate of 9.7 compared to the US average of 22.7. However, the city still struggles with property crime, with a rate of 16.1 compared to the US average of 35.4. This disparity in crime rates can be attributed to various factors, including poverty, drug use, and access to resources. Despite efforts from law enforcement and community organizations, the crime rate in Lima remains a pressing issue for residents. It is important for the community to continue working towards creating a safer environment for all its residents by addressing the root causes of crime and implementing effective solutions.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Lima violent crime is 9.7. (The US average is 22.7)
Lima property crime is 16.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Lima, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Canton, Missouri. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Canton, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.