Canton, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Canton Police Department serves the city of Canton, IL in Fulton County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 39 violent crimes and 131 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 29.4 per 100k residents, which is 72.3% below the national average. Property crime averages 51.5 per 100k, 68.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate29.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents39 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate7.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents11 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents27 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate51.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents131 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate14.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents64 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate29.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents57 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade ANot enough data to calculate a meaningful rate.
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 29.4 | A | 39 | 106.2 | -72.3% |
| Property Crime | 51.5 | A | 131 | 163.6 | -68.5% |
| Rape | 7.3 | F | 11 | 3.5 | +107.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.1 | C | 27 | 22.3 | -0.9% |
| Burglary | 14.7 | A | 64 | 24.0 | -38.8% |
| Larceny | 29.4 | A | 57 | 116.4 | -74.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7.3 | A | 9 | 22.2 | -66.9% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmington | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Fairview | 11 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Yates City | 15 miles | N/A 0.0 | C 154.3 | Violent: N/A Property: 199.8% higher |
| Manito | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 66.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 29.9% higher |
| Havana | 18 miles | C 105.7 | A 70.5 | Violent: 259.3% higher Property: 36.9% higher |