Sangamon County, located in Illinois, has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the county has a violent crime rate of 14.9, which is significantly lower than the US average of 22.7. Similarly, property crime in Sangamon County is also lower than the national average, with a rate of 23.8 compared to the US average of 35.4. While these numbers may suggest a relatively safe environment, it is important to note that any crime is still a cause for concern. Therefore, law enforcement in Sangamon County continues to work diligently to prevent and address any criminal activity in the area, ensuring the safety and security of its residents.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Sangamon County violent crime is 14.9. (The US average is 22.7)
Sangamon County property crime is 23.8. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Sangamon, Illinois does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Decatur, Illinois. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Decatur, Illinois. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.