61516 Zip Code, Benson

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Benson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 127 / 300 High
Violent Crime 126
26% above national avg
Property Crime 109
9% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Benson zip codes

Check a specific address

in Benson

Is 61516 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 61516 in Benson, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Benson.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 90).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 90 (10% below avg)

61516 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Benson city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
132 +32% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
146 +46% Moderate
Rape
105 +5% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
90 -10% Average
Vehicle Theft
95 -5% Average

61516 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

61516 Demographics & Context

Population
782
Median Income
$78,259
Home Value
$152,771
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
24/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.2%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

80%
20%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.1%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 1.1%
Asian 0.3%
61516 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Benson Crime Statistics
View all Benson neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61516, Benson?

Zip code 61516 in Benson, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 61516 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Benson.

Is Zip code 61516 a safe neighborhood in Benson?

Zip code 61516 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Benson, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 146), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 90). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Benson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61516?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61516 is Robbery, with a crime index of 146 (46% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 61516?

Zip code 61516 has a population of approximately 782. The median household income is $78,259. The median home value is $152,771. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61516 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61516's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Benson, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.