Hometown, IL Crime Rate & Safety
Lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Hometown Safe?
Yes — Hometown is very safe
A very safe city with well below-average crime rates overall.
Hometown has a crime rate that is 50% below the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 1,072.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 1,072
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
75% lower than national average
Property Crime
1 in 140
chance per year
National average: 1 in 55
61% lower than national average
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Hometown 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
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
|
Assault
|
30 | -70% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
7 | -93% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
20 | -80% | Low | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
48 | -52% | Low | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
37 | -63% | Low | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
22 | -78% | Low | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Hometown Crime Map
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Hometown Crime by Zip Code
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Hometown Demographics & Context
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Hometown, IL?
Hometown, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 50% below the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 1,072 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 140 chance for property crime. Hometown has lower crime than 94% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Hometown, IL safe to live in?
Hometown is generally considered a safe place to live, earning a crime grade of A. However, safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Researching specific neighborhoods before moving to or visiting Hometown is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Hometown?
The estimated violent crime rate in Hometown is 93.3 per 100,000 residents, which is 75% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 1,072 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 2.4 per 100K (52% below average); aggravated assault at 79.3 per 100K (70% below average); robbery at 5.0 per 100K (93% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Hometown?
The estimated property crime rate in Hometown is 714.2 per 100,000 residents, which is 61% lower than the national average. Residents have roughly a 1 in 140 chance of being a property crime victim per year. Key property crime rates include: burglary at 129.8 per 100K (52% below average); larceny/theft at 515.0 per 100K (63% below average); vehicle theft at 69.4 per 100K (78% below average).
How does Hometown crime compare to the national average?
Hometown's overall crime rate is 50% below the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is murder (52% below average), while robbery is 93% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Hometown has lower crime than 94% of them.
Is Hometown safe to visit?
Hometown is generally safe for visitors and tourists. Property crime (theft, vehicle break-ins) is 61% below 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 Hometown crime compare to the rest of Illinois?
Illinois as a whole has crime that is 3% above the national average. Hometown's crime rate is 50% below the national average, making it safer the typical Illinois city.
What type of crime is most common in Hometown?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Hometown, with an estimated rate of 515.0 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 63% below the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (714 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (93 per 100K) in Hometown, which is consistent with national trends.