62801 Zip Code, Centralia

Last updated: October 14, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Centralia

Summary: 62801 (Centralia, IL) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 62801, Centralia, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 18% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 14, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 137
37% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 62801 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 62801 in Centralia, 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 Centralia.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 141, 41% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 117).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 141 (41% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 117 (17% above avg)

62801 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
136 +36% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
141 +41% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
134 +34% Moderate

62801 Crime Map

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62801 Demographics & Context

Population
21,948
Median Income
$54,230
Home Value
$90,891
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
154/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.6%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.9%
Black 14.4%
Hispanic 3.5%
Asian 1%
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Centralia Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62801, Centralia?

Zip code 62801 in Centralia, 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 62801 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Centralia.

Is Zip code 62801 a safe neighborhood in Centralia?

Zip code 62801 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 141), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 117). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Centralia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62801?

The most common crime type in Zip code 62801 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 141 (41% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 62801?

Zip code 62801 has a population of approximately 21,948. The median household income is $54,230. The median home value is $90,891. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62801 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62801's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Centralia, 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 October 2026.