Elgin, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Elgin Police Department serves the city of Elgin, IL in Cook, Kane County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 3,729 violent crimes and 4,683 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 152.9 per 100k residents, which is 44.0% above the national average. Property crime averages 72.9 per 100k, 55.4% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Rape 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 DAnnual Rate152.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents3,729 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade DAnnual Rate5.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents241 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents527 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate72.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents4,683 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate16.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents712 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate47.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents3,628 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade AAnnual Rate9.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents325 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 152.9 | D | 3729 | 106.2 | +44.0% |
| Property Crime | 72.9 | A | 4683 | 163.6 | -55.4% |
| Rape | 5.3 | D | 241 | 3.5 | +50.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.4 | A | 527 | 22.3 | -44.1% |
| Burglary | 16.0 | B | 712 | 24.0 | -33.4% |
| Larceny | 47.1 | A | 3628 | 116.4 | -59.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9.8 | A | 325 | 22.2 | -55.9% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 1 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Islamic (Muslim) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Elgin | 3 miles | B 70.6 | A 49.8 | Violent: 53.9% lower Property: 31.7% lower |
| West Dundee | 4 miles | F 188.9 | A 88.2 | Violent: 23.5% higher Property: 20.9% higher |
| East Dundee | 4 miles | C 96.5 | F 482.6 | Violent: 36.9% lower Property: 562.0% higher |
| Bartlett | 6 miles | A 25.2 | A 27.7 | Violent: 83.5% lower Property: 62.0% lower |
| Streamwood | 6 miles | A 53.3 | A 77.3 | Violent: 65.1% lower Property: 6.0% higher |