45601 Zip Code, Chillicothe

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Chillicothe

Summary: 45601 (Chillicothe, OH) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 45601, Chillicothe, OH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 16% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 28, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 116
16% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 45601 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 45601 in Chillicothe, OH has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Chillicothe.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 125, 25% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 125 (25% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 111 (11% above avg)

45601 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
113 +13% Moderate
Robbery
111 +11% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
118 +18% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

45601 Crime Map

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45601 Demographics & Context

Population
56,018
Median Income
$60,483
Home Value
$197,768
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
164/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 6.2%

Housing

63%
37%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.5%
Black 9%
Hispanic 1.3%
Asian 0.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 45601, Chillicothe?

Zip code 45601 in Chillicothe, OH has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 45601 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Chillicothe.

Is Zip code 45601 a safe neighborhood in Chillicothe?

Zip code 45601 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Rape (index: 125), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Chillicothe.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 45601?

The most common crime type in Zip code 45601 is Rape, with a crime index of 125 (25% 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 45601?

Zip code 45601 has a population of approximately 56,018. The median household income is $60,483. The median home value is $197,768. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 45601 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 45601's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Chillicothe, 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.