The Galesburg, IL Metro Area has a slightly higher rate of violent crime compared to the national average, with a rate of 22.9 per 1,000 residents. This includes crimes such as assault, robbery, and homicide. However, the property crime rate in Galesburg is lower than the US average at 26.1 per 1,000 residents. Property crimes include burglary, theft, and motor vehicle theft. Despite the lower property crime rate, the overall crime rate in Galesburg is still a concern, especially for residents who may feel unsafe in their community. It is important for local authorities to continue working towards reducing crime and ensuring the safety of its citizens.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Galesburg Metro Area violent crime is 22.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Galesburg Metro Area property crime is 26.1. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Galesburg, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Normal, Illinois. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Normal, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.