Is Chicago, IL Safe? 2026 Crime Rates & Safety Report
Key facts
- 01
Chicago, Illinois reported 209.55 robbery offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 4.34 times the national reference of 48.24 per 100,000 and 161.31 per 100,000 above that reference, with 5,674 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Chicago, Illinois reported 666.08 motor vehicle theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 3.45 times the national reference of 193.00 per 100,000 and 473.08 per 100,000 above that reference, with 18,035 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Chicago, Illinois reported 2,059.98 larceny-theft offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.86 times the national reference of 1,106.97 per 100,000 and 953.01 per 100,000 above that reference, with 55,777 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Chicago, Illinois reported 138.72 aggravated assault offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 0.60 times the national reference of 229.56 per 100,000 and 90.84 per 100,000 below that reference, with 3,756 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
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Chicago, Illinois reported 228.50 burglary offenses per 100,000 residents in 2025, 1.21 times the national reference of 188.15 per 100,000 and 40.35 per 100,000 above that reference, with 6,187 annual reported offenses (FBI CDE 2025 profile).
Quick answer
In the Safety Atlas 2026 public safety index, Chicago, IL has an adjusted safety score of 30.4 out of 100. It ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 5 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Illinois. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing.
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2026 edition, FBI source year 2025.
Every number on this page ships in the Illinois workbook.
Key Public Safety Indicators
Reported rates per 100,000 residents; national references shown alongside.
| Offense Class | Annual Count | Rate per 100K | National Avg | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robbery | 5674 | 209.55 | 48.24 |
4.34× national |
| Aggravated Assault | 3756 | 138.72 | 229.56 | 0.6× national |
| Burglary | 6187 | 228.5 | 188.15 |
1.21× national |
| Larceny-theft | 55777 | 2059.98 | 1106.97 |
1.86× national |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 18035 | 666.08 | 193.0 |
3.45× national |
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What drives Chicago's safety score?
Chicago ranks in the middle half of the 5 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Illinois, ahead of approximately 40% of that scored set. The profile uses a reporting population of 2,707,648 and source-year data through 2025; it is a citywide agency-level comparison, not a neighborhood forecast.
The strongest of the three score components is Personal Safety at 37.47, while Property Security is lowest at 21.74. The 15.73-point spread shows why the composite should be read by component instead of as a single absolute claim about safety.
Among the five public offense indicators, Robbery is highest relative to its national reference at 209.55 per 100,000 (4.34× the national rate). Aggravated Assault is lowest on the same relative basis at 138.72 per 100,000 (0.6× national).
Coverage check: 18 of 18 tracked offense classes have reportable values in this profile. Missing values are not converted to zero.
Public indicator mix
Chicago, Illinois recorded 55,777 larceny-theft offenses in 2025, 62.4% of the 89,429 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 3,756 aggravated assault reports (4.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Chicago, Illinois recorded 18,035 motor vehicle theft offenses in 2025, 20.2% of the 89,429 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 3,756 aggravated assault reports (4.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Chicago, Illinois recorded 6,187 burglary offenses in 2025, 6.9% of the 89,429 reports across its five public indicators, compared with 3,756 aggravated assault reports (4.2%); this share covers only those five indicators, excluding other offense classes.
Chicago, Illinois uses a reporting population of 2,707,648 residents and has values for 18 of the 18 tracked offense classes (100.0%) in its 2025 profile; coverage describes available classes rather than the share of residents reporting crime.
Chicago, Illinois has an adjusted score of 30.4 points out of 100 versus 66.28 in Joliet, Illinois, a difference of 35.88 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Chicago ranks 3 of 5 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Chicago, Illinois has an adjusted score of 30.4 points out of 100 versus 65.4 in Aurora, Illinois, a difference of 35.00 points below that displayed state peer in the 2025 source-year profile; Chicago ranks 3 of 5 scored jurisdictions in the published state comparison set.
Detailed Crime Class Breakdown
Additional tracked offense classes
- Homicide
- Rape
- Kidnapping/Abduction
- Human Trafficking
- Arson
- Theft From Building
- Theft From Motor Vehicle
- Simple Assault
- Intimidation
- Stolen Property Offenses
- Vandalism
- Weapon Law Violations
- Drug/Narcotic Violations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chicago safe compared to other places in Illinois?
Chicago is classified as having low relative safety in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index. It has an adjusted safety score of 30.4 out of 100 and ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 5 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Illinois.
What is the crime rate in Chicago?
Public offense rates are listed above.
What is Chicago's safety rating?
Chicago's safety rating in the 2026 Safety Atlas Index is 30.4 out of 100, which ranks #3 in this comparison set out of the 5 jurisdictions in the current scored comparison set in Illinois. Its overall crime trajectory is currently classified as increasing, using source-year data through 2025.
What is the safest neighborhood in Chicago?
This profile covers the reporting jurisdiction; consult local sources for neighborhood detail.
Why are some crime statistics locked for Chicago?
Full offense series: state workbook.
Reading notes
Safety Atlas methodology · 2026 coverage report
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Primary Source Data Integrity
- Crime Counts: FBI National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) database.
- Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimate boundaries.
- Methodology: Adjusted per-capita normalization with small-sample relief controls. View our complete Methodology Documentation.