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Crime in Murphysboro summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Murphysboro. Key points include:
There were 240 total crimes in Murphysboro in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Murphysboro is 3,466.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Murphysboro is 332.2 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Murphysboro is 3,134.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Murphysboro is 63.56% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Murphysboro Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Murphysboro / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 240 | 3,466.2 | 2,004.4 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 23 | 332.2 | 289.2 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 1 | 14.4 | 5.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 4 | 57.8 | 90.2 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 15 | 216.6 | 146.3 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 217 | 3,134.0 | 1,715.2 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 64 | 924.3 | 290.5 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 142 | 2,050.8 | 1,134.4 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 11 | 158.9 | 290.4 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Murphysboro summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Murphysboro. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in Murphysboro is 83 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Murphysboro is 0.8x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Murphysboro is $113,681.
The median income in Murphysboro is $44,154.
Murphysboro's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Murphysboro Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Murphysboro | Illinois | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 83 | 98 | 100 |
| Services | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Groceries | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 44 | 96 | 100 |
| Housing | 99 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Utilities | 95 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Murphysboro, IL Weather
The average high in Murphysboro is 66.8° and the average low is 45.8°.
There are 74.4 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 45.3 inches of precipitation each year with 9.8 inches of snow.
| Stat | Murphysboro |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 45.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 74.4 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 45.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 9.8 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Murphysboro Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Murphysboro
The current population in Murphysboro is 6,735. The population has decreased 19.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6,735 | -1.0% |
| 2023 | 6,804 | -4.2% |
| 2022 | 7,101 | -2.3% |
| 2021 | 7,270 | -5.9% |
| 2020 | 7,727 | -0.4% |
| 2019 | 7,757 | -2.4% |
| 2018 | 7,951 | -0.0% |
| 2017 | 7,952 | -0.7% |
| 2016 | 8,007 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 8,055 | -1.6% |
| 2014 | 8,189 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 8,102 | -0.8% |
| 2012 | 8,166 | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 8,189 | -2.2% |
| 2010 | 8,375 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Murphysboro
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Murphysboro is:
70.8% White with 4,771 White residents.
15.7% African American with 1,055 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
0.0% Asian with 0 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 21 Other residents.
6.0% Two Or More with 405 Two Or More residents.
7.2% Hispanic with 483 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Murphysboro | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 70.8% | 58.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 15.7% | 13.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% | 5.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.0% | 3.4% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 7.2% | 18.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Murphysboro
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Murphysboro is 55.9% female with 3,768 female residents.
Murphysboro is 44.1% male with 2,967 male residents.
| Gender | Murphysboro | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.9% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 44.1% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Murphysboro for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed 9-12th grade.
29.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed high school / ged.
29.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed associate's degree.
16.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Murphysboro completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Murphysboro | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 29.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Murphysboro, Illinois
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3.5% of households in Murphysboro earn Less than $10,000.
5.2% of households in Murphysboro earn $10,000 to $14,999.
19.8% of households in Murphysboro earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.9% of households in Murphysboro earn $25,000 to $34,999.
19.3% of households in Murphysboro earn $35,000 to $49,999.
18.8% of households in Murphysboro earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.2% of households in Murphysboro earn $75,000 to $99,999.
10.8% of households in Murphysboro earn $100,000 to $149,999.
1.3% of households in Murphysboro earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.2% of households in Murphysboro earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Murphysboro | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.5% | 5.4% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.2% | 3.2% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 19.8% | 5.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.9% | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 19.3% | 9.7% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.8% | 14.8% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.2% | 12.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.8% | 18.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 1.3% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.2% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
