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39%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
37%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
40%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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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.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleRock Falls/100k peopleIllinois/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime281n/a (estimate)3,2351,9702,324
Murder0n/a0.07.86.3
Rape10n/a115.148.140.0
Robbery2n/a23.084.766.1
Assault32n/a368.4146.7268.2
Violent crime44n/a (estimate)507287370
Burglary38n/a437.4208.5269.8
Theft182n/a2,095.11,192.71,401.9
Vehicle theft17n/a195.7281.6282.7
Property crime237n/a (estimate)2,7281,6831,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Rock Falls, IL

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Rock Falls crime rate is 39.2% 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 Rock Falls, there were 44 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 507 per 100,000 individuals, 37% higher than the national average. Additionally, Rock Falls recorded 237 property crimes, amounting to 2728 per 100,000 residents, 39.6% higher than the U.S. average.

In a remarkable testament to the city's commitment to safety, Rock Falls reported a murder rate of 0. This could indicate that it is a very safe place to live, but also serves as an inspiration to other urban areas striving for safer communities. Examining the full crime report will provide a complete overview of all crimes - violent and property.

Is Rock Falls a Safe Place to Live?

Is Rock Falls 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, Rock Falls has a crime rate that is higher than the national average by 39%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.77 daily incidents, encompassing 0.12 violent crimes and 0.65 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Rock Falls as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Rock Falls Increased Since Last Year?

In the most recent crime report, year-over-year crime rates in Rock Falls has increased by 226.7%. Examining the change in crime rates from one year to the next provides valuable insights into the evolving safety landscape of Rock Falls, aiding residents in assessing whether it is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live. These crime rates are categorized into two primary groups: violent and property crimes. Year-over-year, violent crime has increased by 528.6%, while property crime has increased by 200%. This comprehensive analysis offers potential residents essential information for making informed decisions about whether or not Rock Falls is a safe place to live.

Potential Causes for Crime in Rock Falls

If employment opportunities are limited or if many jobs offer low wages, it can lead to higher rates of unemployment and underemployment, which could lead to an increase in Rock Falls crime rates. Areas where individuals struggle with unemployment or low wages, may be more susceptible to an increase in criminal activities as a result of financial insecurity. While lower rates of unemployment or a surplus of job opportunities could lead to a decrease in crime as their basic needs are being met. Rock Falls has an unemployment rate of 3.7%, compared to a national average of 4.7%.

Rock Falls has a population density of 2238.1 people per square mile, contrasting with the national average of 90.6 people per square mile. High population density cities are often large urban hubs teeming with diverse economic opportunities. Within these environments, income disparities can become pronounced, leading to higher poverty levels. This economic divide may contribute to an uptick in property crimes and, occasionally, violent crimes. In contrast, areas characterized by low population density typically exhibit lower Rock Falls crime rates.

In Rock Falls, 73% of residents have successfully graduated from high school, whereas the national average stands at 83%. The educational makeup of any city 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.

Rock Falls crime map



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

  • Rock Falls crime rates are 39% higher than the national average
  • Violent crimes in Rock Falls are 37% higher than the national average
  • In Rock Falls you have a 1 in 31 chance of becoming a victim of crime
  • Rock Falls is safer than 16% of the cities in the United States
  • Year over year crime in Rock Falls has increased by 229%

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        Daily Crime In Rock Falls (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above looks at the comparison of crimes committed in Rock Falls on a daily basis (per 100,000 people) to crimes committed throughout the state of Illinois and the USA. According to the latest crime statistics, daily crimes in Rock Falls (which include property crimes as well as violent crimes), when compared to Illinois, are 1.64 times more than the state average and 1.39 times more than than national average. Violent crimes committed in Rock Falls on a daily basis are 1.76 times more than than Illinois average and 1.37 times more than the average nationwide. Daily property crime rates in Rock Falls are 1.62 times more than the daily state average and 1.40 times more than the daily national numbers.

        How Safe is Rock Falls (higher is better)

        Compared to the other cities in Illinois and all other cities across the US, is Rock Falls safe? From the gauges displayed above, you will notice that Rock Falls is safer than 7% of other cities in the state of Illinois. In addition, Rock Falls is safer than 16% of cities in the entire United States. To achieve these results, all Illinois and United States cities were analyzed to determine how many locations had a lower crime rate than Rock Falls. By studying this data, it was possible to determine that Rock Falls is below average in safety when compared with other United States cities.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Rock Falls

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Rock Falls is 1 in 198
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Rock Falls is 1 in 37
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Rock Falls is 1 in 31
        Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Rock Falls? In Rock Falls, you have a 1 in 198 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 37. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Rock Falls, IL is 1 in 31.

        Year Over Year Crime In Rock Falls (per 100,000 people)

        An ideal indicator of whether Rock Falls is becoming a safer or more dangerous place to live can be done by analyzing the year over year crime rates per 100,000 people. Year over year violent crime in Rock Falls has increased by 534% and the rate of property crime in Rock Falls has increased by 202%. The total crime rate in Rock Falls has increased by 229% year to year.

        Rock Falls police department

        Item Rock Falls Illinois National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2630,690558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.82.63.3
        There are a total of 26 Rock Falls police officers. This results in 2.8 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 6.1% greater than the Illinois average and 13.6% 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
        Prophetstown, IL1,9650104104
        Polo, IL2,21089178267
        Milledgeville, IL9870462462
        Dixon, IL15,544117585701
        Morrison, IL3,850323472795
        Walnut, IL1,340133781914
        Grand Detour, IL3512501,4651,714
        Rock Falls, IL8,9145072,7283,235

        Cities with similar population

        City Population Violent crime/100k people Property crime/100k people Total crime/100k people
        Mahopac, NY8,9142811,1271,407
        Berkeley, MO8,9122,8107,74910,560
        Terrace Heights, WA8,9173663,2673,633
        Monmouth Junction, NJ8,91183579662
        Alma, MI8,9183741,3031,676
        Rock Falls, IL8,9145072,7283,235
        Source: The Rock Falls, 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.