62918 Zip Code, Carterville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Carterville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 113 / 300 High
Violent Crime 129
29% above national avg
Property Crime 138
38% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62918 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 62918 in Carterville, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Carterville.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 146, 46% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 112).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 146 (46% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 112 (12% above avg)

62918 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
129 +29% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
146 +46% Moderate
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
144 +44% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
141 +41% Moderate

62918 Crime Map

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62918 Demographics & Context

Population
12,079
Median Income
$57,925
Home Value
$166,957
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
239/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.7%
Graduate Degree 13.1%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 88.5%
Black 6%
Hispanic 2.1%
Asian 1.5%
62918 Crime Map
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Carterville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62918, Carterville?

Zip code 62918 in Carterville, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 113, which is 13% above the national average. Zip code 62918 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Carterville.

Is Zip code 62918 a safe neighborhood in Carterville?

Zip code 62918 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Carterville, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 146), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 112). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Carterville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62918?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62918 is Robbery, with a crime index of 146 (46% 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 62918?

Zip code 62918 has a population of approximately 12,079. The median household income is $57,925. The median home value is $166,957. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62918 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62918's overall crime rate is 13% above the national average (index 113 vs 100). Within Carterville, 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.