The Sterling, IL Metro Area has a relatively low rate of violent crime compared to the national average. With a rate of 11.2555555555556, it is significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. However, property crime in this area is slightly higher than the national average. With a rate of 19.8111111111111, residents may be more concerned about theft and burglaries. Overall, while the crime rate in Sterling, IL Metro Area may not be alarming, it is still important for residents to take necessary precautions and be aware of their surroundings to ensure their safety and security.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Sterling Metro Area violent crime is 11.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Sterling Metro Area property crime is 19.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Sterling, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Dubuque, Iowa. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Dubuque, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.