Cahokia, IL Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 86% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Cahokia Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average
Neighborhood choice matters significantly. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Cahokia has a crime rate that is 43% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 261.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 261
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
1% higher than national average
Property Crime
1 in 38
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
45% higher than national average
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Cahokia Crime Breakdown
Estimated crime rates based on FBI UCR data, calibrated to city-level crime score.
| Crime Type | Index | vs National | Risk Level | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | ||||
|
Murder
|
128 | +28% | Moderate | |
|
Assault
|
105 | +5% | Average | |
|
Robbery
|
83 | -17% | Average | |
|
Rape
|
100 | -0% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
147 | +47% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
131 | +31% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
131 | +31% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Cahokia Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Cahokia Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Cahokia, IL?
Cahokia, IL has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 43% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 261 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 38 chance for property crime. Cahokia has higher crime than 86% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Cahokia, IL safe to live in?
Cahokia has a moderate level of crime with a safety grade of C-. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Cahokia is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Cahokia?
The estimated violent crime rate in Cahokia is 382.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 1% higher than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 261 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 6.4 per 100K (28% above average); aggravated assault at 281.9 per 100K (5% above average); robbery at 61.0 per 100K (17% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Cahokia?
The estimated property crime rate in Cahokia is 2,647.8 per 100,000 residents, which is 45% higher than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 38 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 396.4 per 100K (47% above average); larceny/theft at 1,834.3 per 100K (31% above average); vehicle theft at 417.1 per 100K (31% above average).
How does Cahokia crime compare to the national average?
Cahokia's overall crime rate is 43% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (47% above average), while robbery is 17% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Cahokia has higher crime than 86% of them.
Is Cahokia safe to visit?
Visitors to Cahokia should take standard urban precautions. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 45% above average, which is typically the main concern for tourists. Avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, stay aware of your surroundings in unfamiliar areas, and stick to well-traveled neighborhoods.
How does Cahokia crime compare to the rest of Illinois?
Illinois as a whole has crime that is 3% above the national average. Cahokia's crime rate is 43% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Illinois city.
What type of crime is most common in Cahokia?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Cahokia, with an estimated rate of 1,834.3 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 31% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,648 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (383 per 100K) in Cahokia, which is consistent with national trends.