Zion, IL Crime Statistics
Crime Overview
The Zion Police Department serves the city of Zion, IL in Lake County. Over the past five years (2019-2024), the city recorded 1,025 violent crimes and 2,060 property crimes. The average violent crime rate stands at 136.6 per 100k residents, which is 28.6% above the national average. Property crime averages 111.8 per 100k, 31.7% below the national average. The most common offense was Violent 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 DAnnual Rate136.6 per 100k residents
National Avg: 106.2 per 100k
Total Incidents1,025 (2019-2023)
Rape
Grade CAnnual Rate4.1 per 100k residents
National Avg: 3.5 per 100k
Total Incidents105 (2019-2023)
Aggravated Assault
Grade FAnnual Rate45.5 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.3 per 100k
Total Incidents314 (2019-2023)
Property Crimes
Property Crime
Grade BAnnual Rate111.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 163.6 per 100k
Total Incidents2,060 (2019-2023)
Burglary
Grade AAnnual Rate8.3 per 100k residents
National Avg: 24.0 per 100k
Total Incidents263 (2019-2023)
Larceny
Grade BAnnual Rate82.8 per 100k residents
National Avg: 116.4 per 100k
Total Incidents1,418 (2019-2023)
Motor Vehicle Theft
Grade CAnnual Rate20.7 per 100k residents
National Avg: 22.2 per 100k
Total Incidents356 (2019-2023)
Crime Summary
| Crime Type | Annual Rate (per 100k residents) | Grade | Total Incidents (2019-2023) | National Avg | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 136.6 | D | 1025 | 106.2 | +28.6% |
| Property Crime | 111.8 | B | 2060 | 163.6 | -31.7% |
| Rape | 4.1 | C | 105 | 3.5 | +17.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | 45.5 | F | 314 | 22.3 | +104.6% |
| Burglary | 8.3 | A | 263 | 24.0 | -65.5% |
| Larceny | 82.8 | B | 1418 | 116.4 | -28.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 20.7 | C | 356 | 22.2 | -6.7% |
Crime Trends
Nearby Cities
| City | Distance | Violent Crime | Property Crime | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winthrop Harbor | 2 miles | A 30.1 | A 15.0 | Violent: 78.0% lower Property: 86.5% lower |
| Waukegan | 6 miles | B 91.5 | B 116.7 | Violent: 33.0% lower Property: 4.4% higher |
| Gurnee | 7 miles | B 69.7 | C 189.2 | Violent: 49.0% lower Property: 69.3% higher |
| North Chicago | 9 miles | A 42.8 | A 42.8 | Violent: 68.7% lower Property: 61.7% lower |
| Lindenhurst | 10 miles | A 14.0 | A 42.0 | Violent: 89.8% lower Property: 62.4% lower |