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Urbana, IL has safety grade D+, a population of about 42,461, an overall crime rate near 765 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 Urbana, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Urbana, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.

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Crime Analysis & Safety Report - City Urbana, IL

Urbana, IL crime snapshot: safety grade D+, violent crime rate 4.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 3.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.

Safety Score

D+

High Risk

Violent Crime Rate

4.00

per 1000 residents

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Property Crime Rate

3.00

per 1000 residents

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Total Crimes

325

reported incidents

Safety Analysis & Recommendations

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Overall Assessment

Urbana, IL shows good safety standards with a B+ rating. While some crime exists, the area maintains reasonable safety levels for most residents.

Safety Recommendations

Given the higher rate of violent crimes (52.6% 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 325 incidents suggests Urbana maintains good community safety standards.

Comparison Insights

Urbana demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.

Analysis generated on: 10/27/2026

Urbana, IL Crime Analysis

Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1777005, a detailed analysis reveals several key trends. Property crime is the most prevalent category, accounting for 142 out of the 325 total incidents. Within property crime, larceny/theft offenses are the most frequent, with 81 incidents, followed by destruction/damage/vandalism of property at 33 incidents. Burglary/breaking & entering accounts for 16 incidents, while motor vehicle theft is relatively low at 5 incidents. Stolen property offenses contribute 7 incidents to the property crime total. Assault is the second most significant crime category, with 160 incidents, all classified as assault offenses. Homicide, while the most severe, is relatively rare, with only 2 incidents. Other crime categories include others, with 7 incidents, comprising counterfeiting/forgery (3 incidents), fraud offenses (2 incidents), and arson (2 incidents). Sex offenses account for 5 incidents, including sex offenses (1 incident) and kidnapping/abduction (4 incidents). Robbery is also present, with 9 incidents. To provide a more comprehensive analysis, additional data points are needed. The city and state associated with GEOID 16000US1777005 are required to determine the population, median income, and calculate crime rates per 100k. Without this information, it is impossible to accurately assess the safety score, safety grade, violent crime rate, and property crime rate relative to the population. Furthermore, crime map data and zip codes associated with the GEOID would enhance the spatial understanding of crime distribution. Assuming GEOID 16000US1777005 corresponds to a specific location, the insights derived from the available data suggest that property crime, particularly larceny/theft, is a significant concern. Assault offenses also contribute substantially to the overall crime rate. While homicide and sex offenses are less frequent, their severity necessitates attention. The "others" category, encompassing counterfeiting, fraud, and arson, indicates the presence of diverse criminal activities. Robbery, though not as prevalent as property crime or assault, remains a concern.

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Safest Zip Codes
10
62695
#1
Morgan County Area
12
Safety
8.8
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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62625
#2
Sangamon County Area
27
Safety
7.3
Per 1K
7
Total Crimes

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62556
#3
Christian County Area
13
Safety
8.7
Per 1K
9
Total Crimes

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62563
#4
Sangamon County Area
38
Safety
6.2
Per 1K
6
Total Crimes

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High Crime Zip Codes
10
60602
#1
Cook County Area
0
Safety
109.3
Per 1K
109
Total Crimes
62523
#2
Macon County Area
0
Safety
105.4
Per 1K
105
Total Crimes
60603
#3
Cook County Area
0
Safety
100.7
Per 1K
101
Total Crimes
60604
#4
Cook County Area
0
Safety
101.3
Per 1K
101
Total Crimes

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FAQ about crime in Urbana, IL

PulseReal currently grades Urbana, IL as D+. The population used for these rates is 42,461. The overall crime rate on this page is about 765 per 100,000 residents.

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 Urbana, IL.

Crime data is refreshed on a rolling basis as updated reports are published by the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer and partnering agencies.

Combine this crime report with the market overview for Urbana, IL and the school report linked in the “Related analysis” section to assess both safety and investment fundamentals.

Data sources & further reading

PulseReal’s analysis is built on top of these public, authoritative datasets.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

Official UCR crime statistics by state and agency from the FBI.

US Census QuickFacts

Population, demographics, housing, and income data from the US Census Bureau.

Wikipedia

Encyclopedic overview of the city, history, and notable landmarks.

HUD Market Data

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BLS Local Area Statistics

Local unemployment and employment data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

BJS National Crime Victimization Survey

Bureau of Justice Statistics publications on US crime victimization.

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