Clinton, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Clinton Police Department serves the city of Clinton, IL in Dewitt County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 322 violent crimes and 631 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 175.3 per 100k residents, which is 65.1% above the national average. Property crime averages 248.4 per 100k, 51.8% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Burglary had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 1 hate crime incidents, with motivations including race, religion, and sexual orientation. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate175.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents322 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate14.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents19 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade DAnnual Rate248.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents631 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade DAnnual Rate29.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents176 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate160.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents431 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate58.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents23 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 175.3 | F | 322 | 106.2 | +65.1% |
| Property Crime | 248.4 | D | 631 | 163.6 | +51.8% |
| Rape | 14.6 | F | 19 | 3.5 | +313.1% |
| Burglary | 29.2 | D | 176 | 24.0 | +21.6% |
| Larceny | 160.7 | D | 431 | 116.4 | +38.1% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 58.5 | F | 23 | 22.2 | +163.6% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Black or African American | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmer City | 4 miles | D 166.8 | A 55.6 | Violent: 4.8% lower Property: 77.6% lower |
| Maroa | 8 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Mclean | 16 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Le Roy | 17 miles | B 86.1 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: 50.9% lower Property: N/A |
| Mount Pulaski | 20 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |