Washington, IL Crime Rates: Stats & Map

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58%

Total crime NAT. AVG.

83%

Violent crime NAT. AVG.

53%

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}	Washington_{/100k people}	Illinois_{/100k people}	National_{/100k people}
Total crime	157	n/a (estimate)	987	1,970	2,324
Murder	1	n/a	6.3	7.8	6.3
Rape	6	n/a	37.7	48.1	40.0
Robbery	1	n/a	6.3	84.7	66.1
Assault	2	n/a	12.6	146.7	268.2
Violent crime	10	n/a (estimate)	63	287	370
Burglary	7	n/a	44.0	208.5	269.8
Theft	137	n/a	861.1	1,192.7	1,401.9
Vehicle theft	3	n/a	18.9	281.6	282.7
Property crime	147	n/a (estimate)	924	1,683	1,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Washington, IL

The Washington crime rates are 57.5% lower than the national average. There are two main categories of crime - violent crime and property crime. Violent crime consists of murder, rape, robbery and assault, while property crimes include burglary, theft and vehicle theft. There were a total of 10 violent crimes in Washington (63 per 100,000 people), which is 83% lower than the national average and there were a total of 147 property crimes (924 per 100,000 residents) which is 52.7% lower than average.

Washington shines as one of the safest cities in the United States, thanks to its remarkably low rate of only 63 violent incidents per 100,000 residents. This impressive safety record has made Washington an attractive choice for individuals seeking a secure and hospitable community to call home.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Washington?

AreaVibes surveyed 7 local residents in Washington to gauge the safety of the area. Based on the results, 86% of people answered that there was very little crime in Washington and that they felt very comfortable walking alone at night. Another 14% of people responded that there was far too much crime and they would be hesitant to walk the streets alone at night. Keep in mind that the opinions of residents may vary depending on which area they live in.

Is Washington a Safe Place to Live?

To determine if Washington is a safe place to live, let's take a look at the overall crime rate of the area, as well as the number of daily crimes. Washington has a total crime rate that is 58% lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. This results in a total of 0.43 daily crimes (0.03 violent daily crimes and 0.4 daily property crimes) in Washington.

Has Crime in Washington Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Washington crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Washington has decreased by 19.5% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 63% and property crime has decreased by 12.5%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Washington

The economic prosperity of a city's inhabitants exerts substantial influence on crime stats. Elevated poverty rates and income inequality can precipitate heightened criminal activity, as individuals may turn to illicit means to fulfill their fundamental requirements. While lower poverty rates could lead to lower Washington crime rates. In Washington, the poverty rate stands at 5.2%, diverging from the national average of 15.1%.

In Washington, the cost of living is 5.08% lower than the national average. A high cost of living can induce economic stress for locals, especially those with limited financial resources. When people grapple with soaring housing expenses, utility bills, healthcare costs, and other essential necessities, they may be driven towards criminal activities, including theft or fraud, as a means of financial survival. Conversely, cities boasting a lower cost of living may mitigate economic pressures and potentially result in reduced crime rates.

In cities grappling with housing affordability challenges, crime can emerge as a prominent issue. Certain individuals and families may find themselves needing to reside in cramped or subpar housing conditions, elevating stress levels and potentially fueling domestic conflicts and associated criminal incidents. Washington has a median home price of $186,900, deviating from the national average of $184,700. Large disparities in housing costs can significantly impact the well-being of residents and the prevalence of crime within the community.

Washington crime map

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

Washington crime rates are 58% lower than the national average
Violent crimes in Washington are 83% lower than the national average
In Washington you have a 1 in 102 chance of becoming a victim of crime
Washington is safer than 79% of the cities in the United States
Year over year crime in Washington has decreased by 14%

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Daily Crime In Washington (per 100,000 people)

The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Washington, IL per 100,000 people. In Washington, the total number of daily crimes is 2.00 times less than the Illinois average and 2.36 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Washington is 4.57 times less than the Illinois average and 5.88 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Washington has a daily crime rate that is 1.82 times less than the Illinois average and 2.12 times less than the national average.

How Safe is Washington (higher is better)

When comparing the safety of Washington to every other city in Illinois, as well as the entirety of the United States, is Washington safe? The gauges above illustrate that Washington is safer than 61% of every city located within Illinois along with 79% of the all the cities located in the United States. The results of these graphs are created after analyzing each of the cities in Illinois and in the United States as a whole. As a result, Washington, IL is ranked above average when compared to the rest of the US cities.

Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Washington

The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Washington is 1 in 1592

The chance of being a victim of property crime in Washington is 1 in 109

The chance of being a victim of crime in Washington is 1 in 102

Interested in knowing the odds that you will be a crime victim in Washington? In Washington, you have a 1 in 1592 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 109. These crimes include theft, vehicle theft, and burglary. Your overall chance of being a victim of crime in Washington, IL is 1 in 102.

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

The year over year crime rate per 100,000 people for Washington is an accurate tool for tracking the rise and fall of crime, and in determining if living in Washington has become safer or more dangerous. The year over year data displayed in the graph shows that violent crimes have decreased by 61% in Washington, while property crimes in Washington have decreased by 7%. Total crime has decreased by 14% year over year.

Washington police department

Item	Washington	Illinois	National
Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)	30	30,690	558,732
Police officers & civilians /1000 residents	2.0	2.6	3.3

There are a total of 30 Washington police officers. This results in 2.0 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 25.3% less than the Illinois average and 39.2% 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}
Dunlap, IL	1,100	64	376	440
Germantown Hills, IL	3,421	87	510	597
Heritage Lake, IL	1,664	95	556	651
Tremont, IL	2,261	109	640	750
Danvers, IL	979	115	677	792
Rome, IL	1,394	123	719	841
Bellevue, IL	2,336	131	768	899
Washington, IL	16,555	63	924	987

Cities with similar population

City	Population	Violent crime_{/100k people}	Property crime_{/100k people}	Total crime_{/100k people}
South Venice, FL	16,555	253	1,532	1,785
Gainesville, TX	16,557	230	2,423	2,653
Abington, MA	16,557	151	889	1,040
Mercedes, TX	16,561	800	2,896	3,697
Country Club Hills, IL	16,564	366	2,146	2,512
Washington, IL	16,555	63	924	987

Source: The Washington, 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.