61520 Zip Code, Canton

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Canton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 118 / 300 High

Violent Crime 117

17% above national avg

Property Crime 129

29% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 61520 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 61520 in Canton, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Canton.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 98).

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 98 (2% below avg)

61520 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Canton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	98	-2%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate

61520 Crime Map

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61520 Demographics & Context

Population

17,545

Median Income

$59,546

Home Value

$101,065

Median Age

Pop. Density

110/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.6%

Graduate Degree 5.3%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85%

Black 7.5%

Hispanic 4.9%

Asian 0.6%

61520 Crime Map

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Canton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61520, Canton?

Zip code 61520 in Canton, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 61520 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Canton.

Is Zip code 61520 a safe neighborhood in Canton?

Zip code 61520 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Canton, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 145), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Canton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61520?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61520 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 61520?

Zip code 61520 has a population of approximately 17,545. The median household income is $59,546. The median home value is $101,065. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61520 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61520's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Canton, 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.