Fayette, IL County has seen a decrease in crime rates in recent years, with a violent crime rate of 16.8, lower than the national average of 22.7. This is a positive trend for the community and can be attributed to various factors such as increased law enforcement presence and community initiatives. However, property crime remains a concern with a rate of 26.9, slightly below the national average of 35.4. This could be due to the county's rural setting, making it a target for theft and burglary. Nevertheless, the county's efforts in reducing crime rates have been commendable, and with continued efforts, Fayette, IL County can become an even safer place for its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Fayette County violent crime is 16.8. (The US average is 22.7)
Fayette County property crime is 26.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Fayette, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Effingham, Illinois. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Effingham, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.