Sauk Village, IL Crime Rate & Safety
Higher crime than 82% of major U.S. cities
Based on FBI UCR & local law enforcement data · Updated April 2026
Is Sauk Village Safe?
Not really — crime is above the national average
Neighborhood choice matters significantly. Stay aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Sauk Village has a crime rate that is 29% above the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 351.
Crime Index Comparison
100 = national average. Calibrated to reflect actual crime severity.
Your Chance of Being a Victim
Violent Crime
1 in 351
chance per year
National average: 1 in 263
25% lower 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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Sauk Village 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
|
119 | +19% | Average | |
|
Assault
|
75 | -25% | Low | |
|
Robbery
|
51 | -49% | Low | |
|
Rape
|
118 | +18% | Average | |
| Property Crime | ||||
|
Burglary
|
174 | +74% | Moderate | |
|
Larceny / Theft
|
128 | +28% | Moderate | |
|
Vehicle Theft
|
123 | +23% | Moderate | |
Violent vs Property Crime
Crime Index by Category
Sauk Village Crime Map
Neighborhood-level crime heatmap. Click any area for details.
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Sauk Village Demographics & Context
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the crime rate in Sauk Village, IL?
Sauk Village, IL has a crime safety grade of C- as of 2026. The overall crime rate is estimated to be 29% above the national average. Residents face approximately a 1 in 351 chance of being a victim of violent crime per year and a 1 in 38 chance for property crime. Sauk Village has higher crime than 82% of major U.S. cities (population 50,000+).
Is Sauk Village, IL safe to live in?
Sauk Village 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 Sauk Village is strongly recommended.
What is the violent crime rate in Sauk Village?
The estimated violent crime rate in Sauk Village is 284.7 per 100,000 residents, which is 25% lower than the national average. This means residents have roughly a 1 in 351 chance of becoming a violent crime victim each year. Key violent crime rates include: murder at 5.9 per 100K (19% above average); aggravated assault at 201.4 per 100K (25% below average); robbery at 37.9 per 100K (49% below average).
What is the property crime rate in Sauk Village?
The estimated property crime rate in Sauk Village is 2,650.7 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 469.5 per 100K (74% above average); larceny/theft at 1,790.1 per 100K (28% above average); vehicle theft at 391.1 per 100K (23% above average).
How does Sauk Village crime compare to the national average?
Sauk Village's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average as of 2026. The biggest concern is burglary (74% above average), while robbery is 49% below average. Compared to other major U.S. cities, Sauk Village has higher crime than 82% of them.
Is Sauk Village safe to visit?
Visitors to Sauk Village 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 Sauk Village crime compare to the rest of Illinois?
Illinois as a whole has crime that is 3% above the national average. Sauk Village's crime rate is 29% above the national average, making it more dangerous than the typical Illinois city.
What type of crime is most common in Sauk Village?
Larceny/theft is the most common crime in Sauk Village, with an estimated rate of 1,790.1 incidents per 100,000 residents. This is 28% above the national average for this crime type. Overall, property crime (2,651 per 100K) is more prevalent than violent crime (285 per 100K) in Sauk Village, which is consistent with national trends.