The Decatur, IL Metro Area has unfortunately seen a significant increase in violent crime in recent years. According to background information, the area's violent crime rate is 26.5, which is higher than the national average of 22.7. This means that residents of Decatur, IL are at a higher risk of experiencing violent crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. Property crime is also a major concern in this area, with a rate of 39.4 compared to the national average of 35.4. This includes crimes such as burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. These statistics serve as a stark reminder of the importance of taking precautions and being vigilant in the Decatur, IL Metro Area.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Decatur Metro Area violent crime is 26.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Decatur Metro Area property crime is 39.4. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Decatur, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Decatur, Illinois. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Decatur, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.