Crime Safety Grade

A-

Palatine, IL Crime Rate

Lower crime than 92% of U.S. cities

Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated March 2026

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Is Palatine Safe?

With an overall crime index of 53, Palatine has a 47% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 481. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Plum Grove Estates earning an A+ grade while Plum Grove Estates rates A+.

Crime Index Comparison

Palatine
53
Illinois Avg
103
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
53
47% below average
Violent Crime
52
48% below average
Property Crime
63
37% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Palatine

1 in 481

Property crime: 1 in 397

Where Is It Safe in Palatine?

Areas with Higher Crime

1
Plum Grove Estates
A+
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Palatine Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 16% below avg
Lowest Risk
Burglary · 67% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 71 ▼ 29%
Assault Violent 47 ▼ 53%
Robbery Violent 37 ▼ 63%
Burglary Property 33 ▼ 67%
Larceny / Theft Property 84 ▼ 16%
Vehicle Theft Property 71 ▼ 29%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Palatine Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Plum Grove Estates A+ 53

Palatine Crime by Zip Code

60067
A Index: 58
60074
A Index: 86

Palatine Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
67,875
Median Income
$83,495
Home Value
$286,398
Median Rent
$1,236
Home Ownership
68%

Racial Demographics

White
72.9%
Black
2.5%
Hispanic
18%
Asian
14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Palatine?
Palatine has an overall crime index of 53, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Palatine are rated A or B for safety.
Is Palatine safe to live in?
Palatine has a crime safety grade of A-. Very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Palatine?
The safest neighborhoods in Palatine based on crime data include Plum Grove Estates. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Palatine crime compare to the national average?
Palatine's overall crime index is 53 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 47% lower than the typical US city.

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