60408 Zip Code, Braidwood

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Braidwood

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 162 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 120
20% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 60408 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 60408 in Braidwood, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Braidwood.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 116).

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 147 (47% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 116 (16% above avg)

60408 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
147 +47% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
126 +26% Moderate
Rape
136 +36% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
122 +22% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
123 +23% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

60408 Crime Map

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60408 Demographics & Context

Population
5,135
Median Income
$81,114
Home Value
$205,967
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
568/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.3%
Graduate Degree 5.4%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.8%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 5.8%
Asian 0.7%
60408 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60408, Braidwood?

Zip code 60408 in Braidwood, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 162, which is 62% above the national average. Zip code 60408 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Braidwood.

Is Zip code 60408 a safe neighborhood in Braidwood?

Zip code 60408 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Braidwood, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Murder (index: 147), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 116). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Braidwood.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60408?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60408 is Murder, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 60408?

Zip code 60408 has a population of approximately 5,135. The median household income is $81,114. The median home value is $205,967. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60408 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60408's overall crime rate is 62% above the national average (index 162 vs 100). Within Braidwood, 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.