Merrillville, IN Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Merrillville Police Department serves the city of Merrillville, IN in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,180 violent crimes and 2,280 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 94.1 per 100k residents, which is 11.4% below the national average. Property crime averages 149.5 per 100k, 8.6% below 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 BAnnual Rate94.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,180 (2019-2023)
Robbery
Grade AAnnual Rate2.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 5.8 per 100k
Total Incidents71 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade BAnnual Rate19.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents111 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade CAnnual Rate149.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,280 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate11.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents212 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade CAnnual Rate119.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,723 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade BAnnual Rate19.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents341 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 94.1 | B | 1180 | 106.2 | -11.4% |
| Property Crime | 149.5 | C | 2280 | 163.6 | -8.6% |
| Robbery | 2.8 | A | 71 | 5.8 | -52.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | 19.4 | B | 111 | 22.3 | -12.9% |
| Burglary | 11.1 | A | 212 | 24.0 | -53.9% |
| Larceny | 119.0 | C | 1723 | 116.4 | +2.3% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 19.4 | B | 341 | 22.2 | -12.6% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Lake | 2 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 36.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 75.4% lower |
| East Chicago | 2 miles | F 213.3 | C 162.9 | Violent: 126.6% higher Property: 9.0% higher |
| Hobart | 2 miles | C 109.1 | C 156.8 | Violent: 15.9% higher Property: 4.9% higher |
| Whiting | 2 miles | F 177.4 | A 22.2 | Violent: 88.5% higher Property: 85.2% lower |
| Crown Point | 4 miles | A 20.1 | A 57.5 | Violent: 78.6% lower Property: 61.6% lower |