61817 Zip Code, Catlin

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Catlin

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 79 / 300 High

Violent Crime 96

4% below national avg

Property Crime 104

4% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 61817 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 61817 in Catlin, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Catlin.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 105, 5% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 92).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 105 (5% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Murder · Index 92 (8% below avg)

61817 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Catlin	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	92	-8%	N/A	Average
Assault	95	-5%	N/A	Average
Robbery	92	-8%	N/A	Average
Rape	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	101	+1%	N/A	Moderate

61817 Crime Map

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61817 Demographics & Context

Population

4,012

Median Income

$72,007

Home Value

$132,276

Median Age

Pop. Density

105/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.3%

Graduate Degree 4.5%

Housing

76%

24%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.5%

Black 0.7%

Hispanic 1.7%

Asian 0.4%

61817 Crime Map

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Catlin Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61817, Catlin?

Zip code 61817 in Catlin, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 79, which is 21% below the national average. Zip code 61817 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Catlin.

Is Zip code 61817 a safe neighborhood in Catlin?

Zip code 61817 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Catlin, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 105), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 92). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Catlin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61817?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61817 is Burglary, with a crime index of 105 (5% 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 61817?

Zip code 61817 has a population of approximately 4,012. The median household income is $72,007. The median home value is $132,276. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61817 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61817's overall crime rate is 21% below the national average (index 79 vs 100). Within Catlin, 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.