Neighborhood Crime Report
Washington Heights
Chicago, IL
B+
Crime Score
Average crime
Crime Statistics (National avg = 100)
Assault
96
4% below avg
Robbery
46
54% below avg
Burglary
117
17% above avg
Larceny/Theft
123
23% above avg
Vehicle Theft
85
15% below avg
Demographics
$200,421
Average Home
$62,004
Average Income
26,389
Population
46.0
Average Age
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Washington Heights Details
Washington Heights, Chicago Crime Information
Chicago, IL neighborhood crime rates and safety statistics
B+
Washington Heights
Chicago, IL
Crime Score: B+ – Average crime
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26,389
Population
$62,004
Median Income
$200,421
Median Home Value
46.0
Median Age
Crime Statistics
Assault
96
Robbery
46
Burglary
117
Larceny/Theft
123
Vehicle Theft
85
Crime index based on reported incidents per capita, compared to national averages. 100 = national average.
Housing & Real Estate
$200,421
Median Home Value
Housing Breakdown
Owner Occupied
65.4%
Renter Occupied
34.6%
Cost of Living
↓
36% lower than national average
🏠 Housing
-28%
🛒 Food & Groceries
-42%
🚗 Transportation
-33%
🏥 Healthcare
-43%
💡 Utilities
-14%
Demographics
Education Level
30.3%
High School+
11.9%
Bachelor's+
8.2%
Graduate
Population by Ethnicity
White
0.5%
Black/African American
97.3%
Hispanic/Latino
1.0%
Asian
0.1%
Weather & Climate
Winter (Jan)
31° / 17°F
Summer (Jul)
84° / 64°F
🌧️
38.1"
Annual Rain
❄️
38.0"
Annual Snow
Nearby Neighborhoods
About Washington Heights
Washington Heights is a neighborhood located in Chicago, IL. With a crime score of B+, this area has average crime compared to other neighborhoods in the city.
The neighborhood has a population of approximately 26,389 residents with a median household income of $62,004.
Safety Tips
- Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night
- Keep valuables out of sight in your vehicle
- Get to know your neighbors and join community watch programs
- Report suspicious activity to local authorities