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26%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
12%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
34%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2024 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2025; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleEast Moline/100k peopleIllinois/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime551n/a (estimate)2,6702,0042,119
Murder1n/a4.85.85.0
Rape12n/a58.146.937.5
Robbery8n/a38.890.260.6
Assault44n/a213.2146.3256.1
Violent crime65n/a (estimate)315289359
Burglary141n/a683.2290.5229.2
Theft280n/a1,356.81,134.41,272.1
Vehicle theft65n/a315.0290.4258.8
Property crime486n/a (estimate)2,3551,7151,760

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The East Moline crime map by CrimeoMeter provides a detailed overview of all crimes in East Moline as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The East Moline crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the East Moline crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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An Overview of Crime Rates in East Moline, IL

When we analyze the latest crime report, the East Moline crime rate is 26% higher than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of East Moline, there were 65 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 315 per 100,000 individuals, 12.3% lower than the national average. Additionally, East Moline recorded 486 property crimes, amounting to 2355 per 100,000 residents, 33.8% higher than the U.S. average.

The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in East Moline is very close to the national average of all cities that reported crime. East Moline reported 315 violent crimes, while the average of all cities was 359.

Is East Moline a Safe Place to Live?

Determining whether East Moline is a place to live may not always yield a simple answer, given the city's varying safety levels across different areas. Nonetheless, comprehending the city's overall crime rate can be a valuable asset. In broad terms, East Moline has an overall crime rate that is 26% higher than the national average. When we take a look at crime on a daily basis, this translates into 1.51 daily occurrences, comprising 0.18 violent crimes and 1.33 property crimes. Scrutinizing these statistics provides a foundation for a more informed assessment of the suitability of East Moline as a potential place to establish residency.

Potential Causes for Crime in East Moline

The economic well-being of a city's residents plays a significant role in crime rates. High poverty rates and income inequality can lead to increased crime stats as individuals may resort to illegal activities to meet their basic needs. While lower rates could lead to a lower East Moline crime rate. The poverty level in East Moline is 13.7%, while the national average is 15.1%.

In East Moline, 77% of residents have graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of a community can exert a significant influence on crime rates. Typically, higher levels of educational attainment are associated with reduced crime rates, as they furnish individuals with improved employment prospects and viable alternatives to engaging in criminal activities. Conversely, communities characterized by lower educational achievement often grapple with higher crime rates, as limited opportunities may drive individuals towards criminal behavior.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In East Moline, the cost of living is 13.94% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

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      Crime Quick Facts

      • East Moline crime rates are 26% higher than the national average
      • Violent crimes in East Moline are 12% lower than the national average
      • In East Moline you have a 1 in 38 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • East Moline is safer than 23% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in East Moline has decreased by 1%

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        Daily Crime In East Moline (per 100,000 people)

        The bar chart above reveals the rate of daily crimes in East Moline for every 100,000 residents. The East Moline total amount of daily crime is 1.33 times more than the Illinois average and 1.26 times more than than that of the nation. As for violent crimes, the daily average in East Moline, is 1.09 times more than the Illinois average, and it is 1.14 times less than the national average. The statistics for property crimes show that East Moline has a daily crime average that is 1.37 times more than the Illinois average and 1.34 times more than the daily national rate.

        How Safe is East Moline (higher is better)

        Is East Moline safe in comparison to other cities in the state of Illinois as well as in comparison to the rest of the areas across the United States. Using the gauges above, which compare crime in East Moline to other cities in the state and across the country, East Moline is 13% safer than other cities of Illinois and 23% safer than other cities in the nation. East Moline has a ranks below average in comparison to other cities in the country.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in East Moline

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in East Moline is 1 in 318
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in East Moline is 1 in 43
        The chance of being a victim of crime in East Moline is 1 in 38
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in East Moline? In East Moline, you have a 1 in 318 chance of falling victim to a violent crime, such as rape, robbery, assault, or even murder. In terms of property crime, your chances of being a victim are 1 in 43. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in East Moline, IL is 1 in 38.

        Year Over Year Crime In East Moline (per 100,000 people)

        An analysis of year to year crime rates in East Moline, Illinois (per 100,000 people) is a useful indicator of whether the area is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live. The amount of violent crime in East Moline has increased by 48%, the amount of property crime in East Moline has decreased by 5%, and the total amount of crime in East Moline has decreased by 1% year over year.

        East Moline police department

        Item East Moline Illinois National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)4630,690558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.22.63.3
        There are a total of 46 East Moline police officers. This results in 2.2 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 18.5% less than the Illinois average and 33.6% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Illinois

        State Total offenders Illinois /100K National /100K
        Illinois32,213263266
        There are a total of 32,213 sex offenders in Illinois. This yields a total of 263 sex offenders in Illinois per 100,000 residents which is 1% less than the national average.

        Nearby Cities With Low Crime Rates

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Princeton, IA976000
        Buffalo, IA1,1188686173
        Cambridge, IL2,2270246246
        Eldridge, IA6,94144334378
        Park View, IA3,52670372441
        Le Claire, IA4,093126379505
        Orion, IL1,9530524524
        East Moline, IL21,3583152,3552,670

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        Dickinson, TX21,3582141,0561,270
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        Marquette, MI21,369188508697
        East Moline, IL21,3583152,3552,670
        Source: The East Moline, IL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2024. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.