Very Safe · Population: 187,006
Waukegan, Illinois is one of the safer cities in the US, with a safety score of 71/100. The violent crime rate of 651.7 per 100K is above the national average (US avg: ~380). With a population of 187,006, Waukegan reported 1,219 violent crimes and 3,063 property crimes in 2023.
| Murder & Manslaughter | 32.5 per 100K |
| Rape | 51.7 per 100K |
| Robbery | 146.6 per 100K |
| Aggravated Assault | 420.9 per 100K |
| Burglary | 281.5 per 100K |
| Larceny / Theft | 1,062.2 per 100K |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 294.3 per 100K |
| Violent Crimes | 1,218 |
| Property Crimes | 3,063 |
| Total Crimes | 4,281 |
With a safety score of 71/100, Waukegan is safer than the average US city. Violent crime is a notable concern — Property crime accounts for 72% of all reported crimes.
Our team analyzes data from FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program to deliver accurate, up-to-date information. All data is verified and cross-referenced with official sources.