Joliet, IL has safety grade B, a population of about 147,323, an overall crime rate near 472 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 Joliet, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Joliet, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Joliet, IL
Joliet, IL crime snapshot: safety grade B, violent crime rate 3.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 1.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
B
Somewhat Safe
Violent Crime Rate
3.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
The area has very low safety standards with a C rating. Residents should be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions.
Safety Recommendations
Given the higher rate of violent crimes (67.1% of total incidents), residents should prioritize personal safety measures, avoid walking alone at night, and stay informed about local safety alerts.
Trend Analysis
With 696 total incidents, Joliet shows moderate crime activity. The primary concern is assault.
Comparison Insights
Joliet demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Joliet, IL Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1738570, a comprehensive analysis reveals several key trends. The total reported crime count stands at 696 incidents. Assault is the most prevalent crime category, accounting for 456 incidents, all classified as Assault Offenses. Property crime follows, with a total of 208 incidents, broken down into Larceny/Theft Offenses (82), Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property (82), Burglary/Breaking & Entering (13), Motor Vehicle Theft (24), and Stolen Property Offenses (7). Homicide, while the most severe, represents a smaller fraction of the total, with 4 incidents, categorized as Homicide Offenses (3 and 1). Robbery accounts for 7 incidents, all classified as Robbery. Sex offenses also have a relatively low count of 4, divided into Sex Offenses, Non-forcible (1) and Kidnapping/Abduction (3). The "others" category includes 17 incidents, comprising Extortion/Blackmail (2), Arson (1), and Fraud Offenses (14). To provide a more complete picture, additional context is needed. GEOID 16000US1738570 corresponds to the city of Decatur, Illinois. Without current population data, calculating the crime rate per 100,000 residents is impossible. However, based on the most recent estimates, Decatur's population is around 70,000. Similarly, the median income for Decatur is needed to assess socioeconomic factors that may influence crime rates. Without calculating the crime rate per 100,000, assigning a safety score or grade is not possible. However, the violent crime rate can be estimated by combining homicide, robbery, sex offenses, and assault, totaling 471 incidents. The property crime rate is based on the 208 property crime incidents. A crime map would visually represent the geographic distribution of these incidents, highlighting potential hotspots. Zip code-level data would further refine this analysis. Based on the data, the high number of assault and property crime incidents suggests that these areas should be the focus of crime prevention efforts. Further investigation into the specific types of assault and property crimes, as well as the locations where they occur, would help to develop targeted interventions.
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60436
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Safety23.2
Per 1K23
Total Crimes60432
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Safety20.9
Per 1K21
Total Crimes60433
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Safety21.3
Per 1K21
Total Crimes60403
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Safety18.0
Per 1K18
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FAQ about crime in Joliet, IL
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 Joliet, IL.
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.
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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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