62629 Zip Code, Chatham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chatham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 47 / 300 High
Violent Crime 64
36% below national avg
Property Crime 80
20% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62629 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62629 in Chatham, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 47, which is 53% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chatham.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 83, 17% below average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 30).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 83 (17% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 30 (70% below avg)

62629 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
66 -34% Low
Assault
30 -70% Low
Robbery
77 -23% Low
Rape
83 -17% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
75 -25% Low
Larceny / Theft
83 -17% Average
Vehicle Theft
82 -18% Average

62629 Crime Map

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62629 Demographics & Context

Population
14,328
Median Income
$112,010
Home Value
$231,519
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
368/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 30.3%
Graduate Degree 19.5%

Housing

81%
19%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.7%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 3.9%
62629 Crime Map
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Chatham Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62629, Chatham?

Zip code 62629 in Chatham, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 47, which is 53% below the national average. Zip code 62629 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chatham.

Is Zip code 62629 a safe neighborhood in Chatham?

Zip code 62629 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Chatham, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 83), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 30). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chatham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62629?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62629 is Rape, with a crime index of 83 (17% below 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 62629?

Zip code 62629 has a population of approximately 14,328. The median household income is $112,010. The median home value is $231,519. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62629 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62629's overall crime rate is 53% below the national average (index 47 vs 100). Within Chatham, 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.