Morton, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Morton Police Department serves the city of Morton, IL in Tazewell County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 427 violent crimes and 798 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 63.0 per 100k residents, which is 40.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 91.7 per 100k, 44.0% below the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Aggravated Assault 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 Rate63.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents427 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate11.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents34 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade AAnnual Rate5.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents94 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate91.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents798 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade CAnnual Rate28.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents95 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate40.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents654 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate22.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents48 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 63.0 | A | 427 | 106.2 | -40.7% |
| Property Crime | 91.7 | A | 798 | 163.6 | -44.0% |
| Rape | 11.5 | F | 34 | 3.5 | +224.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 5.7 | A | 94 | 22.3 | -74.3% |
| Burglary | 28.6 | C | 95 | 24.0 | +19.2% |
| Larceny | 40.1 | A | 654 | 116.4 | -65.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 22.9 | C | 48 | 22.2 | +3.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marquette Heights | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 76.2 | Violent: N/A Property: 16.9% lower |
| Delavan | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | F 311.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 239.8% higher |
| Hopedale | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Minier | 7 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 88.5 | Violent: N/A Property: 3.5% lower |
| Washington | 7 miles | A 38.0 | B 132.8 | Violent: 39.8% lower Property: 44.9% higher |