Cortland, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Cortland Police Department serves the city of Cortland, IL in Dekalb County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 81 violent crimes and 163 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 89.6 per 100k residents, which is 15.7% below the national average. Property crime averages 44.8 per 100k, 72.6% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent Crime, while Property Crime 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 BAnnual Rate89.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents81 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade CAnnual Rate22.4 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents13 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade AAnnual Rate44.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents163 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade AAnnual Rate44.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents158 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 89.6 | B | 81 | 106.2 | -15.7% |
| Property Crime | 44.8 | A | 163 | 163.6 | -72.6% |
| Aggravated Assault | 22.4 | C | 13 | 22.3 | +0.6% |
| Larceny | 44.8 | A | 158 | 116.4 | -61.5% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somonauk | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | A 56.7 | Violent: N/A Property: 26.5% higher |
| Sycamore | 4 miles | B 74.9 | A 69.5 | Violent: 16.4% lower Property: 55.3% higher |
| Waterman | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |
| De Kalb | 4 miles | F 198.9 | D 203.9 | Violent: 122.1% higher Property: 355.3% higher |
| Kirkland | 4 miles | N/A 0.0 | N/A 0.0 | Violent: N/A Property: N/A |