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Illinois

Land of Lincoln

A Message from the Governor

JB Pritzker is thinking big for all of Illinois. Focusing on growing our economy and creating jobs, stabilizing state government and balancing our budget, expanding healthcare to all Illinoisans, and investing in cradle to career education.

Governor JB Pritzker

JB Pritzker

About Illinois

Illinois, often referred to as the “Land of Lincoln” in honor of Abraham Lincoln, is a diverse and historically significant state located in the Midwest region of the United States. With a rich cultural heritage, vibrant cities, and varied landscapes, Illinois offers a wide range of experiences for residents and visitors alike.

Illinois holds a special place in American history. Springfield, the state capital, is home to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, where visitors can learn about the life and legacy of the 16th President of the United States. Additionally, Chicago played a crucial role in the growth of the nation, from the Great Chicago Fire to its contributions to architecture and industry.

Chicago skyscraper

Crimes Overview

Illinois has a higher murder and assault rate than the national average, and robbery is a concern with a rate significantly above the national average. However, rape and kidnapping rates are relatively lower. Burglary, arson, and vandalism rates are lower, and theft is not a major focus. Motor vehicle theft is also lower, and identity theft is significantly lower. Drug offenses are not a significant concern, but weapon law violations are an area of focus, though lower than the national average.

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Illinois Crime Rates by City

Algonquin

Altamont

Alton

Arthur

Barrington

Barrington Hills

Batavia

Bethalto

Bloomington

Carlyle

Champaign

Cherry Valley

Chicago Ridge

Cicero

Coal City

Coal Valley

Colona

Deerfield

DeKalb

East Hazel Crest

East Peoria

Edwardsville

Elwood

Evanston

Fairview Heights

Flossmoor

Fox Lake

Franklin Park

Fulton

Geneva

Glencoe

Glenwood

Grayslake

Granite City

Grayville

Harvard

Highland Park

Homewood

Jacksonville

Johnsburg

Kildeer

La Grange

La Grange Park

Lake in the Hills

Lakemoor

Lake Zurich

Lemont

Loves Park

Mackinaw

Manito

Maryville

Mason City

McHenry

Metropolis

Midlothian

Milan

Millstadt

Moline

Montgomery

Morris

Morton

Mount Zion

Mundelein

Normal

Northfield

O’Fallon

Oswego

Palos Heights

Palos Park

Pekin

Pingree Grove

Rantoul

River Forest

River Grove

Riverwoods

Rochester

Rockford

Rock Island

Rosemont

Salem

Sandwich

Shiloh

Silvis

Skokie

South Beloit

Springfield

Stickney

Stone Park

Swansea

Sycamore

Tinley Park

Tolono

Troy

Urbana

Wauconda

Wheeling

Willow Springs

Wilmette

Winfield

Winnebago

Worth

Metropolitan Counties

Champaign

Henry

Jackson

Jersey

Kendall

Macon

Madison

McLean

Sangamon

St. Clair

Tazewell

Iroquois