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35%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
8%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
40%
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 peopleFarmer City/100k peopleIllinois/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime25n/a (estimate)1,3832,0042,119
Murder0n/a0.05.85.0
Rape1n/a55.346.937.5
Robbery1n/a55.390.260.6
Assault4n/a221.2146.3256.1
Violent crime6n/a (estimate)332289359
Burglary6n/a331.9290.5229.2
Theft8n/a442.51,134.41,272.1
Vehicle theft5n/a276.5290.4258.8
Property crime19n/a (estimate)1,0511,7151,760

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An Overview of Crime Rates in Farmer City, IL

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Farmer City crime rate is 34.8% lower 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 Farmer City, there were 6 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 332 per 100,000 individuals, 7.6% lower than the national average. Additionally, Farmer City recorded 19 property crimes, amounting to 1051 per 100,000 residents, 40.3% lower than the U.S. average.

The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Farmer City is very close to the national average of all cities that reported crime. Farmer City reported 332 violent crimes, while the average of all cities was 359.

In the latest reported crime year, Farmer City recorded zero homicides. This statistic potentially positions the city as a paragon of security, radiating a profound sense of safety for its residents. A low number of severe violent crimes instills a deep feeling of well-being among its community but also establishes a lofty benchmark for other locales aspiring to foster equally secure environments.

Is Farmer City a Safe Place to Live?

Is Farmer City a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Farmer City has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 35%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.07 daily incidents, encompassing 0.02 violent crimes and 0.05 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Farmer City as a potential place to call home.

Potential Causes for Crime in Farmer City

The level of education within a community can impact crime rates. Higher educational attainment often correlates with lower crime rates, as it provides individuals with better job opportunities and alternatives to criminal behavior. While lower educational achievement rates tend to lead to higher crime rates. In Farmer City, 83.9% of people have completed high school, while 83% of people have completed high school nationally.

The impact of law enforcement and community policing efforts plays a crucial role in shaping crime rates in any city. A robust and cooperative bond between law enforcement and the community can serve as a deterrent to criminal activities, enhancing overall safety. In Farmer City, the ratio of police officers and civilians per 1,000 residents stands at 0, differing from the national average of 3.25. Effective law enforcement hinges not solely on officer numbers but also on the manner in which they interact and collaborate with the community. Building trust and cooperation are central tenets of community policing, amplifying its influence on crime prevention.

In Farmer City, the average rental rates are $1,313 per month, compared to the national average of $1,444. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Farmer City crime rates are 35% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Farmer City are 8% lower than the national average
      • In Farmer City you have a 1 in 73 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Farmer City is safer than 34% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Farmer City has decreased by 39%

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        Daily Crime In Farmer City (per 100,000 people)

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        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Farmer City

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Farmer City is 1 in 302
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Farmer City is 1 in 96
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Farmer City is 1 in 73

        Year Over Year Crime In Farmer City (per 100,000 people)

        Farmer City police department

        Item Farmer City Illinois National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)630,690558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residentsn/a2.63.3

        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.

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        Source: The Farmer City, 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.