Steger, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Steger Police Department serves the city of Steger, IL in Cook, Will County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 450 violent crimes and 779 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 173.5 per 100k residents, which is 63.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 140.9 per 100k, 13.8% 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 7 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 Rate173.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents450 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents43 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade FAnnual Rate10.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents29 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate21.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents78 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate140.9 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents779 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate119.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents569 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate21.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents102 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 173.5 | F | 450 | 106.2 | +63.3% |
| Property Crime | 140.9 | B | 779 | 163.6 | -13.8% |
| Rape | 10.8 | F | 43 | 3.5 | +206.5% |
| Robbery | 10.8 | F | 29 | 5.8 | +86.3% |
| Aggravated Assault | 21.7 | C | 78 | 22.3 | -2.6% |
| Larceny | 119.3 | C | 569 | 116.4 | +2.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 21.7 | C | 102 | 22.2 | -2.2% |
Crime Trends
Hate Crimes by Bias Motivation
Total reported hate crimes: 7 (2019-2023)
| Targeted Group | Incidents |
|---|---|
| Anti-White | 1 |
| Anti-Catholic | 1 |
| Anti-Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| Anti-Black or African American | 3 |
| Anti-Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (Mixed Group) | 1 |
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Chicago Heights | 1 miles | C 105.1 | C 157.7 | Violent: 39.4% lower Property: 11.8% higher |
| Crete | 2 miles | C 120.6 | A 60.3 | Violent: 30.5% lower Property: 57.2% lower |
| Chicago Heights | 2 miles | F 426.6 | D 230.6 | Violent: 145.9% higher Property: 63.6% higher |
| Park Forest | 2 miles | F 184.2 | B 140.6 | Violent: 6.2% higher Property: 0.3% lower |
| University Park | 3 miles | A 28.7 | B 129.2 | Violent: 83.5% lower Property: 8.3% lower |