Carbondale, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Carbondale Police Department serves the city of Carbondale, IL in Jackson County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,841 violent crimes and 3,266 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 323.2 per 100k residents, which is 204.3% above the national average. Property crime averages 327.8 per 100k, 100.4% above the national average. The most common offense was Property Crime, while Rape had the lowest rate. Data is sourced from the FBI Crime Data Explorer and reflects totals from the most recent five-year period.
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate323.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,841 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade FAnnual Rate9.2 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents155 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade DAnnual Rate32.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents493 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade FAnnual Rate327.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents3,266 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade FAnnual Rate97.0 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents497 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade DAnnual Rate180.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents2,472 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade FAnnual Rate41.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents239 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 323.2 | F | 1841 | 106.2 | +204.3% |
| Property Crime | 327.8 | F | 3266 | 163.6 | +100.4% |
| Rape | 9.2 | F | 155 | 3.5 | +161.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | 32.3 | D | 493 | 22.3 | +45.2% |
| Burglary | 97.0 | F | 497 | 24.0 | +303.5% |
| Larceny | 180.1 | D | 2472 | 116.4 | +54.7% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 41.5 | F | 239 | 22.2 | +87.4% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murphysboro | 0 miles | F 185.5 | F 413.8 | Violent: 42.6% lower Property: 26.2% higher |
| De Soto | 9 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| Carterville | 17 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 50.8 | Violent: N/A Property: 84.5% lower |
| Du Quoin | 17 miles | A 52.9 | A 52.9 | Violent: 83.6% lower Property: 83.9% lower |
| Herrin | 20 miles | D 131.8 | B 123.6 | Violent: 59.2% lower Property: 62.3% lower |