Markham, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Markham Police Department serves the city of Markham, IL in Cook County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 380 violent crimes and 1,038 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 48.8 per 100k residents, which is 54.0% below the national average. Property crime averages 390.6 per 100k, 138.7% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Robbery 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 Rate48.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents380 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate16.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents74 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents272 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate390.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents1,038 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate40.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents128 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade FAnnual Rate268.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents681 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate73.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents220 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 48.8 | A | 380 | 106.2 | -54.0% |
| Property Crime | 390.6 | F | 1038 | 163.6 | +138.7% |
| Robbery | 16.3 | F | 74 | 5.8 | +179.7% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.5 | D | 272 | 22.3 | +46.2% |
| Burglary | 40.7 | F | 128 | 24.0 | +69.3% |
| Larceny | 268.5 | F | 681 | 116.4 | +130.8% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 73.2 | F | 220 | 22.2 | +230.3% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Country Club Hills | 2 miles | F 207.5 | B 144.6 | Violent: 325.0% higher Property: 63.0% lower |
| Harvey | 2 miles | D 135.0 | B 109.0 | Violent: 176.5% higher Property: 72.1% lower |
| Posen | 2 miles | D 151.1 | F 283.2 | Violent: 209.4% higher Property: 27.5% lower |
| Midlothian | 2 miles | A 44.1 | C 176.5 | Violent: 9.6% lower Property: 54.8% lower |
| Homewood | 3 miles | B 76.0 | B 146.6 | Violent: 55.7% higher Property: 62.5% lower |