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11%
Total crime NAT. AVG.
1%
Violent crime NAT. AVG.
13%
Property crime NAT. AVG.
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Date & Last Updated: This data reflects the 2022 calendar year and was released from the FBI in September, 2023; this is the most current data available.
StatisticReportedincidents/100k peopleSteger/100k peopleIllinois/100k peopleNational/100k people
Total crime193n/a (estimate)2,0701,9702,324
Murder1n/a10.77.86.3
Rape7n/a75.148.140.0
Robbery8n/a85.884.766.1
Assault18n/a193.0146.7268.2
Violent crime34n/a (estimate)365287370
Burglary13n/a139.4208.5269.8
Theft112n/a1,201.11,192.71,401.9
Vehicle theft34n/a364.6281.6282.7
Property crime159n/a (estimate)1,7051,6831,954

An Overview of Crime Rates in Steger, IL

When we analyze the latest crime report, the Steger crime rate is 11% lower than the national average. These incidents are classified into two primary categories: violent and property crimes. Violent crimes include assault, robbery, rape and murder. Whereas property crimes encompass theft, vehicle theft and burglary. In the case of Steger, there were 34 reported violent crimes, equivalent to 365 per 100,000 individuals, 1.4% lower than the national average. Additionally, Steger recorded 159 property crimes, amounting to 1705 per 100,000 residents, 12.8% lower than the U.S. average.

When assessing the total crime rate in Steger per 100,000 people, it stands in the median range among all cities with reported crime data. Our analysis of total incidents, encompassing both violent and property crimes within Steger, underscores the close alignment of reported crime rates with the national average as reported by other areas.

Steger exhibits a violent crime rate that closely echoes the national average reported by all cities, with 365 incidents per 100,000 people, in line with the nationwide figure of 370. This uniformity underscores Steger as a community where safety standards align seamlessly with the broader national context, delivering residents a steadfast and dependable sense of security.

While murder rates in the United States have generally declined since 1990, recent years have seen an unfortunate uptick. Steger stands out with one of the nation's highest murder rates among cities reporting crime data. In Steger, a total of 1 murders were reported, equating to 11 murders per 100,000 residents. This statistic underscores the challenges facing the area in terms of severe violent crime and the importance of ongoing efforts to enhance safety and security within the community.

Steger has a property crime rate that closely mirrors the national average. There were a total of 1705 property crimes in Steger, while the national average was 1954 per 100,000 people. This results in the area being no safer or more dangerous than the average city.

What Do the Locals Say About Crime in Steger?

AreaVibes has conducted polls asking local residents if they feel safe living in Steger. Based on the results of the surveys (12 responses), 33% of people felt that there was very little crime in Steger and felt safe walking alone at night. While 67% of people felt that it was not a safe place to live and did not feel safe walking alone at night.

Is Steger a Safe Place to Live?

Is Steger a safe place to live? While the answer may not be straightforward due to variations in safety levels across the city, gaining an understanding of the overall crime rate can prove to be advantageous. In general, Steger has a crime rate that is lower than the national average by 11%. Breaking this down on a daily basis, it translates to 0.53 daily incidents, encompassing 0.09 violent crimes and 0.44 property crimes. Evaluating these statistics can aid in forming a more informed perspective on the safety of Steger as a potential place to call home.

Has Crime in Steger Increased Since Last Year?

Year-over-year crime data allows us to analyze short-term trends in crime activity. By comparing crime rates from one year to the next, we can identify patterns and shifts in Steger crime rates. This information can be invaluable for residents looking to make informed decisions on where to live. When comparing the most recent year to the previous year, total crime in Steger has decreased by 27.2% year over year. Violent crime has decreased by 10.5% and property crime has decreased by 30%.

Potential Causes for Crime in Steger

High population density areas are often large urban centers with diverse economic opportunities. These areas can exacerbate income inequality, with pockets of poverty existing alongside affluence. Areas with economic disparities may experience higher property crimes and, in some cases, violent crimes. On the other hand, areas with low population density tend to see lower Steger crime rates. The population density in Steger is 2728.9 people per square mile, while the national average is 90.6 people per square mile.

Escalating cost of living expenses, encompassing exorbitant housing costs, grocery and healthcare expenditures, can induce financial strain on individuals and families, particularly those with limited financial resources. Such economic stress may propel individuals towards criminal activities, including theft or burglary, as a means of addressing their financial hardships. Conversely, cities characterized by a lower cost of living may alleviate economic pressures, potentially resulting in a reduced crime rate. In Steger, the cost of living is 3.9% lower than the national average, reflecting a more affordable economic environment that could contribute to a decrease in crime levels.

In Steger, the average rental rates are $904 per month, compared to the national average of $949. Rapid increases in rental costs can lead to neighborhood instability as residents are forced to move frequently in search of more affordable housing. This transience can weaken community bonds and hinder the establishment of social support networks, which can indirectly contribute to crime. While affordable rent and areas with higher income per capita, allow for long term renters and community bonds to the formed, therefore reducing crime rates on the long term.

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The Steger crime map provides a detailed overview of all crimes in Steger as reported by the local law enforcement agencies. Based on the color coded legend above, the crime map outlines the areas with lower crime compared to the areas with higher crime. The Steger crime heat map offers insight into the total crimes on a block group level. Please note that the red areas on the Steger crime map does not always indicate that it is a dangerous area for its residents. Areas on the heat map could be inflated if they are located in high traffic areas like airports, sports centers or large parks. Other areas on the heat map could see increased crime rates if they are located in major tourist areas like the downtown core.
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      Crime Quick Facts

      • Steger crime rates are 11% lower than the national average
      • Violent crimes in Steger are 1% lower than the national average
      • In Steger you have a 1 in 49 chance of becoming a victim of crime
      • Steger is safer than 30% of the cities in the United States
      • Year over year crime in Steger has decreased by 27%

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        Daily Crime In Steger (per 100,000 people)

        The graph above illustrates the number of daily crimes in Steger, IL per 100,000 people. In Steger, the total number of daily crimes is 1.05 times more than the Illinois average and 1.12 times less than the national average. The number of daily violent crimes in Steger is 1.27 times more than the Illinois average and 1.01 times less than the national average. With regards to property crimes, Steger has a daily crime rate that is 1.01 times more than the Illinois average and 1.15 times less than the national average.

        How Safe is Steger (higher is better)

        How safe is Steger, Illinois compared to other cities in Illinois and the rest of the cities across the United States? The graphs above show that Steger is safer than 15% of the cities in Illinois and 30% of the cities in the United States. These results are calculated by analyzing all cities in Illinois and across the US as a whole and determining how many areas have a lower crime rate than Steger. Overall, Steger is ranked below average compared to all other cities across the United States.

        Chance of Being A Victim of Crime in Steger

        The chance of being a victim of violent crime in Steger is 1 in 275
        The chance of being a victim of property crime in Steger is 1 in 59
        The chance of being a victim of crime in Steger is 1 in 49
        Are you curious to know the likelihood of suffering from a crime in Steger? If you reside in Steger, the likelihood that you will become a victim of a violent crime is 1 in 275. Violent crimes include: murder, sexual assault, robbery, and physical assault. There is a 1 in 59 change that you will become a victim of a property crime. These sorts of crimes against personal property include: burglary, theft, and auto theft. In total, the likelihood of being victimized by a crime in Steger, is 1 in 49.

        Year Over Year Crime In Steger (per 100,000 people)

        A good indicator of whether Steger is becoming a safer or a more dangerous place to live can be determined by analyzing the year over year crime rate (per 100,000 people). The number of violent crimes in Steger has decreased by 11%, while the property crime rate in Steger has decreased by 30% year over year. The number of total crimes in Steger has decreased by 27% year over year.

        Steger police department

        Item Steger Illinois National
        Law enforcement employees (officers & civilians)2430,690558,732
        Police officers & civilians /1000 residents2.52.63.3
        There are a total of 24 Steger police officers. This results in 2.5 police officers per 1,000 residents which is 5.8% less than the Illinois average and 23.3% less than the National average.

        Sex offenders in Illinois

        State Total offenders Illinois /100K National /100K
        Illinois32,213263266
        There are a total of 32,213 sex offenders in Illinois. This yields a total of 263 sex offenders in Illinois per 100,000 residents which is 1% less than the national average.

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        Source: The Steger, IL crime data displayed above is derived from the FBI's uniform crime reports for the year of 2022. The crime report encompasses more than 18,000 city and state law enforcement agencies reporting data on property and violent crimes. The uniform crime reports program represents approximately 309 million American residents, which results in 98% coverage of metropolitan statistical areas.