Niles, IL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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8%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

72%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

23%

Property crime NAT. AVG.

Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.

Statistic	Reported_incidents	_{/100k people}	Niles_{/100k people}	Illinois_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	749	n/a (estimate)	2,515	1,970	2,324
Murder	0	n/a	0.0	7.8	6.3
Rape	6	n/a	20.1	48.1	40.0
Robbery	7	n/a	23.5	84.7	66.1
Assault	18	n/a	60.4	146.7	268.2
Violent crime	31	n/a (estimate)	104	287	370
Burglary	78	n/a	261.9	208.5	269.8
Theft	605	n/a	2,031.3	1,192.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	35	n/a	117.5	281.6	282.7
Property crime	718	n/a (estimate)	2,411	1,683	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Niles, IL

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Niles crime rate is 8.2% 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 Niles, there were 31 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 104 per 100,000 individuals, 71.9% lower than the national average. Additionally, Niles recorded 718 property crimes, amounting to 2411 per 100,000 residents, 23.4% higher than the U.S. average.

In terms of the total Niles crime rate per 100,000 people, it falls within the midrange when compared to other cities across the United States. Our analysis of total crimes, encompassing both violent and property offenses in Niles, revealed that the reported crime rates closely align with the nationwide average reported by other areas.

With only 104 incidents per 100,000 people, Niles boasts an exceptionally low rate of violent crimes, positioning it as one of the safest cities in the United States. Given these low violent crime rates, Niles has become an appealing destination for individuals in search of a secure and welcoming place to establish their new home.

Niles showcased a dedication to violent crime safety in its latest reported crime year by achieving a murder rate of 0. This accomplishment could indicate that it is a safe place for residents, but also provides a shining example to other urban areas endeavoring to create safer communities.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Niles?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Niles. Based on the results of the surveys (14 responses), 50% of people felt that there was very little crime in Niles and felt safe walking alone at night. While 50% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Niles a Safe Place to Live?

Is Niles 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, Niles has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 8%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 2.05 daily incidents, encompassing 0.08 violent crimes and 1.97 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Niles as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Niles Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime rates in Niles has increased by 13.5% in the last reported crime report. Comparing crime rates from one year to another offers some insight into whether or not Niles is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. Crime rates are categorized by violent and property crime. Year-over-year violent crime has decreased by 13.9%, while property crime has increased by 15.1%. This analysis equips individuals with crucial information for making informed decisions about living in Niles.

Potential Causes for Crime in Niles

Niles reports an unemployment rate of 2.7%, contrasting with the national average of 4.7%. Constrained employment opportunities or a prevalence of low-paying positions can contribute to elevated rates of unemployment and underemployment. Areas where individuals contend with joblessness or insufficient wages may display heightened susceptibility to an increase in criminal activities attributed to economic insecurity. Conversely, regions characterized by robust employment rates often witness a decrease in overall Niles crime rates.

Regions characterized by high population density frequently encompass expansive urban hubs that offer diverse economic prospects. In such areas, income inequality can be exacerbated, creating pockets of poverty alongside affluence. Economic disparities within these regions may correlate with elevated property crimes and, in certain instances, violent crimes. Conversely, areas with low population density numbers generally exhibit reduced Niles crime rates. Niles registers a population density of 4992.7 people per square mile, in contrast to the national average of 90.6 people per square mile.

The educational level achieved in any given city can influence crime rates significantly. Greater educational achievement is frequently associated with decreased crime rates, as it offers individuals improved job prospects and alternatives to engaging in crime related activities. Conversely, lower educational attainment rates tend to coincide with elevated crime rates. In Niles, 81.8% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, in contrast to the national average where 83% have achieved high school graduation.

Niles crime map

The Niles crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Niles 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 Niles crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Niles 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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Crime Quick Facts

Niles crime rates are 8% higher than the national average
Violent crimes in Niles are 72% lower than the national average
In Niles you have a 1 in 40 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Niles is safer than 52% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Niles has increased by 11%

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Daily Crime In Niles (per 100,000 people)

The above illustration depicts the number of crimes committed daily in Niles, per 100,000 residents. In Niles, the total number of daily crimes is 1.28 times more than the Illinois average and 1.08 times more than the national average. Violent daily crime statistics in Niles are 2.76 times less than the Illinois average and 3.55 times less than the national average. For property crime, Niles has a daily crime rate that is 1.43 times more than the Illinois average and 1.23 times more than the daily national average.

How Safe is Niles (higher is better)

How safe is Niles, Illinois compared to other cities in Illinois and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Niles is safer than 30% of the cities in Illinois and 52% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Illinois and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Niles. Overall, Niles is ranked above average compared to all other cities across the United States.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Niles

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Niles is 1 in 961

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Niles is 1 in 42

The chance of being a victim of crime in Niles is 1 in 40

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Niles? In Niles, you have a 1 in 961 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 42. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Niles, IL is 1 in 40.

Year Over Year Crime In Niles (per 100,000 people)

Determining whether Niles is becoming less or more safe for its residents (per 100,000) is most easily done by comparing year-over-year crime rates. Niles violent crime rates have decreased by 16%. At the same time, property crime has increased by 12% year over year. Total crimes for Niles has increased by 11% in the same time frame.

Niles police department

Item	Niles	Illinois	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	68	30,690	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.3	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 68 Niles police officers. This results in 2.3 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 14.2% less than the Illinois average and 30.2% less than the National average.

Sex offenders in Illinois

State	Total offenders	Illinois_/100K	National_/100K
Illinois	32,213	263	266

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}
Golf, IL	521	0	0	0
Stone Park, IL	4,842	91	91	182
Inverness, IL	7,959	27	260	287
Kenilworth, IL	2,356	0	333	333
Deer Park, IL	4,005	55	321	375
Forest Lake, IL	1,292	60	355	415
Oakbrook Terrace, IL	2,909	62	365	427
Niles, IL	29,198	104	2,411	2,515

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
Port Chester, NY	29,210	393	1,577	1,970
Raytown, MO	29,176	558	3,726	4,284
Russellville, AR	29,227	559	2,851	3,410
Laplace, LA	29,232	669	2,923	3,592
Central, LA	29,235	501	2,190	2,692
Niles, IL	29,198	104	2,411	2,515

Source: The Niles, IL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. 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.