The Safest and Most Dangerous Places in 61233, IL: Crime Maps and Statistics

Crime per Capita in 61233

The map below displays the crime rate per 1,000 residents in 61233.

 

61233, IL Map of Crime Rates
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B

Overall Crime Grade™

C-
B+
Other Crime Grade
B

$40,303

Cost of Crime™ for 61233, IL

In 2025, crime will cost $846 per household.

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Crime Grade's crime map highlights the safest areas in 61233 in green, the most dangerous in red, and moderately safe areas in yellow. Crime rates on the map are weighted based on both the type and severity of the crime. For more information on how to interpret our crime maps, see the Interpreting the Crime Maps section below.

Is 61233, IL Safe?

The B grade indicates that the rate of crime is slightly lower than that of the average US zip. 61233 ranks in the 67th percentile for safety, meaning it is safer than 67% of zip codes but less safe than 33%. This analysis applies only to 61233's official city boundaries. See the table below for nearby zip codes.

The crime rate in 61233 is 19.98 per 1,000 residents in the typical year.

The Cost of Crime™ in 61233, IL

The total projected cost of crime in 61233 for 2025 is $40,303. This translates to approximately $363 per resident and $846 per household. On average, crime-related costs account for 1.1% of the median household income in 61233. These figures reflect only tangible costs, which include the following:
  1. Criminal justice system costs (law enforcement, courts, and imprisonment): 54.5%
  2. Direct costs to victims (damaged property, medical expenses, and lost wages): 32.4%
  3. Lost economic contribution from offenders (time in prison or repeat offenses): 13.1%

How Much Does Crime Cost in 61233 Compared to Other Zip Codes?

61233, IL: $363
60621, IL: $1128
61073, IL: $172
Illinois: $420
USA: $464

The Cost of Crime per resident in 61233 is $363 per year, which is $101 less than the national average and $57 less than Illinois's state average. Below we compare zip codes similar to 61233:
  • In 60621, IL, crime costs $1,128 per person, which is $765 more than in 61233.
  • In 61073, IL, crime costs $172 per person, which is $191 less than in 61233

2025 Projected Cost by Type of Crime

The table below shows the total cost of crime to the residents of 61233 for the year 2025 along with the projected cost per resident.
Crime
Cost to 61233
Cost per 61233 Resident
Murder
$12,085
$109
Rape/Sexual Assault
$4,701
$42
Robbery
$4,200
$38
Assault
$6,386
$58
Kidnapping
$695
$6
Vehicle Theft
$1,393
$13
Burglary
$1,462
$13
Theft
$4,276
$39
Arson
$216
$2
Vandalism
$4,298
$39
Animal Cruelty
$7
$0
Drug Crimes
$372
$3
Identity Theft
$212
$2
Total Cost of Crime
$40,303
$363

The Intangible Cost of Crime in 61233, IL

CrimeGrade primarily focuses on tangible costs, but the true impact of crime extends beyond economic. Pain and suffering for victims and their families are difficult to quantify, but research-based methodologies help estimate these effects. Using these methodologies, we calculate that the intangible cost of crime in 61233 totals $106,660 ($961 per resident). When added to the tangible costs, this brings the total estimated cost of crime to $146,963 ($1,324 per resident). All Cost of Crime facts are based on scholarly research done on the cost of crime. Read more about our methodology here.

Interpreting the Crime Maps

When interpreting the 61233 crime map, keep in mind that crime rates are measured per resident. Areas with high visitor traffic, such as shopping districts, may appear to have higher crime rates simply because more crimes occur where people gather - even if few residents live there. For example, the zip has few retail establishments, which can artificially inflate crime rates in that area. Red areas on the map do not necessarily mean a neighborhood is unsafe for residents.

More issues arise with places like airports, parks, and schools. Major airports always look like high-crime locations due to the large number of people and the low population nearby. Parks and designated recreational areas have the same problem. Of 61233’s 111 residents, few live near recreational areas. Because many people visit, crime rates may appear higher even for safe parks. Crime occurs where people gather, whether they live there or not. Before assuming an area is unsafe, consider both per-capita crime rates and total crime counts, as well as the types of destinations nearby.

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61233 Crime Breakdown

The tables below show which crimes are used to calculate the Crime Grades above. All crime rates are shown as the number of crimes per 1,000 61233 residents in a standard year.

Violent Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Assault
2.003
Robbery
1.203
Rape
0.6985
Murder
0.0579
Total Violent Crime
3.963 (C-)
 
 

 


Property Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Theft
7.439
Vehicle Theft
0.8104
Burglary
1.452
Arson
0.0805
Total Property Crime
9.782 (B+)
 
 

 


Other Crime Rates

Crime Type
Crime Rate
Kidnapping
0.1033
Drug Crimes
0.4526
Vandalism
5.420
Identity Theft
0.2471
Animal Cruelty
0.0081
Total "Other" Rate
6.231 (B)

 


Crime Maps and Rates for Nearby Zip Codes

Compared to surrounding zip codes, the rate of crime in 61233 is similar. The table below shows Crime Grades for zip codes close to 61233.

Nearby Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
A-
B-
A
D+
D+
C
C+
C
C+
A-
B-
A-
B
B
B-
B+
B-
A-
A
B+
A-
A+
B+
A+
D+
C-
D+
A
A
A

Crime Maps and Rates for Zip with Similar Populations

61233 is lower versus other zip codes of the same size for crime. The table below compares crime in zip codes with comparable overall population in the zip‘s boundaries.

Similar Zip
Overall Crime Grade
Violent Crime Grade
Property Crime Grade
C+
B-
B-
C-
D-
D-
D+
F
F
D
C
C
D
C-
C-
C
B
B
D-
D-
D-
A-
B
B
D-
D-
D-
B
B
B

Considering only the crime rate, 61233 is safer than the Illinois state average and safer than the national average.

Safety and school performance are separate topics, but both shape moving decisions. Using SchoolGrade data, schools in 61233, IL average SchoolGrade of C+, with 37% actual proficiency versus 36% projected; overall, schools meet expectations. See 61233 schools on SchoolGrade

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