Cook, Illinois County has been struggling with crime rates in recent years. According to the latest statistics, the county's violent crime rate is 17.9, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. However, property crime rates in Cook County are slightly higher than the national average, at 35.5 compared to 35.4. These numbers represent a concerning trend in the county, as both violent and property crime rates have been steadily increasing in recent years. Despite efforts from law enforcement and community organizations, Cook County continues to face challenges in reducing crime and ensuring the safety of its residents. It is important for the county to address these issues and work towards creating a safer environment for its citizens. Without proper measures in place, the crime rates in Cook County may continue to rise and affect the overall well-being of its communities.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Cook County violent crime is 17.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Cook County property crime is 35.5. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Cook, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Chicago, Illinois. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Chicago, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.