Winnebago, IL has safety grade D, a population of about 3,539, an overall crime rate near 10,172 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 Winnebago, IL is a sound place to buy. See the investment overview for Winnebago, IL for median prices, rental yield and Pulse Score, or run the numbers in the ROI analyzer.
Winnebago, IL Crime Rate and Safety Report
Winnebago, IL crime snapshot: safety grade D, violent crime rate 60.00 per 1,000 residents, property crime rate 33.00 per 1,000 residents. Compare nearby zip codes, hotspots, and safety recommendations below.
Safety Score
D
High Risk
Violent Crime Rate
60.00
per 1000 residents
Safety Analysis & Recommendations
View DetailsOverall Assessment
Winnebago, 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 (58.6% 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 360 incidents suggests Winnebago maintains good community safety standards.
Comparison Insights
Winnebago demonstrates crime rates well below national averages, showcasing effective community safety initiatives.
Winnebago, IL Crime Analysis
Based on the provided crime data for the area represented by GEOID 16000US1782491, a total of 360 crimes were recorded. The most prevalent crime category is assault, accounting for 209 incidents, all classified as Assault Offenses. Property crime is the second most frequent category, with 118 incidents. Within property crime, Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property is the most common subcategory with 61 incidents, followed by Larceny/Theft Offenses (25 incidents), Stolen Property Offenses (21 incidents), Motor Vehicle Theft (10 incidents), and Burglary/Breaking & Entering (1 incident). Sex offenses are relatively low, with a total of 6 incidents, divided into Kidnapping/Abduction (5 incidents) and Sex Offenses (1 incident). Crimes classified as "others" account for 25 incidents, primarily Fraud Offenses (23 incidents), with single incidents of Extortion/Blackmail and Arson. Homicide is the least frequent category, with 2 incidents of Homicide Offenses.
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Safety109.3
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Per 1K101
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FAQ about crime in Winnebago, 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 Winnebago, 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.
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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