East Chicago, IN has safety grade D+, a population of about 28,044, an overall crime rate near 706 per 100k as of 2026. For real estate investors, safety is only half the picture: pair these crime statistics with rental demand and returns to judge whether East Chicago, IN is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for East Chicago, IN for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City East Chicago, IN
East Chicago, IN crime snapshot: safety grade D+, violent crime rate 5.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 2.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D+
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
5.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
East Chicago, IN demonstrates excellent safety with a A+ safety rating. The area maintains low crime rates and is considered very safe for residents and visitors.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (69.7% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
The relatively low crime count of 198 incidents suggests East Chicago maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
East Chicago demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
East Chicago, IN Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1819486, a total of 198 incidents were recorded. Homicide accounts for a small fraction of the total, with 2 incidents, both classified as "Homicide Offenses." Assault is the most prevalent crime category, with 136 incidents, all categorized as "Assault Offenses." Property crime constitutes a significant portion of the incidents, totaling 53, distributed among several sub-categories: "Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property" (16 incidents), "Motor Vehicle Theft" (11 incidents), "Larceny/Theft Offenses" (21 incidents), "Stolen Property Offenses" (1 incident), and "Burglary/Breaking & Entering" (4 incidents). Other crimes, including "Fraud Offenses" and "Counterfeiting/Forgery," account for 4 incidents. Sex offenses, specifically "Kidnapping/Abduction," represent 3 incidents.
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Safest Zip Codes
High Crime Zip Codes
46327
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Safety25.1
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Total Crimes46323
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Safety20.9
Per 1K21
Total Crimes46394
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Safety21.5
Per 1K21
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FAQ about crime in East Chicago, IN
Crime rates are normalized per 1,000 residents based on reported incidents in FBI UCR and local agency feeds. We split incidents into violent, property, and other categories so you can see where the risk concentrates.
The “Safest Zip Codes” section above ranks nearby zip codes by safety score, while the “High Crime Zip Codes” section highlights areas with elevated reported crime in East Chicago, IN.
Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.
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Data sources & further reading
PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.
Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.
Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.
Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.
Housing affordability, fair-market rents, and market reports from HUD.
Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.
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