Joliet, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Joliet Police Department serves the city of Joliet, IL in Kendall, Will County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 6,715 violent crimes and 7,377 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 95.4 per 100k residents, which is 10.2% below the national average. Property crime averages 94.0 per 100k, 42.5% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Homicide had the lowest rate. Over the same period, the city also reported 21 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 BAnnual Rate95.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents6,715 (2019-2023)
Homicide
Grade DAnnual Rate0.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 0.5 per 100k
Total Incidents38 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate6.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents266 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate3.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents294 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate12.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents2,339 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate94.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents7,377 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade BAnnual Rate21.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents972 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate52.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents5,518 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents772 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 95.4 | B | 6715 | 106.2 | -10.2% |
| Property Crime | 94.0 | A | 7377 | 163.6 | -42.5% |
| Homicide | 0.7 | D | 38 | 0.5 | +25.7% |
| Rape | 6.7 | F | 266 | 3.5 | +88.6% |
| Robbery | 3.3 | A | 294 | 5.8 | -42.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | 12.0 | A | 2339 | 22.3 | -46.1% |
| Burglary | 21.3 | B | 972 | 24.0 | -11.2% |
| Larceny | 52.7 | A | 5518 | 116.4 | -54.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.0 | C | 772 | 22.2 | -9.8% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 21 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-Asian | 1 |
| Anti-White | 2 |
| Anti-Jewish | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Gay (Male) | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian (Female) | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 6 |
| Anti-Multiple Religions, Group | 1 |
| Anti-Eastern Orthodox (Russian, Greek, Other) | 1 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shorewood | 1 miles | A 16.4 | A 21.8 | Violent: 82.8% lower Property: 76.8% lower |
| Rockdale | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Crest Hill | 3 miles | A 54.9 | A 104.8 | Violent: 42.4% lower Property: 11.5% higher |
| Lockport | 5 miles | A 34.5 | A 11.5 | Violent: 63.8% lower Property: 87.8% lower |
| New Lenox | 6 miles | A 39.6 | A 82.8 | Violent: 58.5% lower Property: 11.9% lower |