61021 Zip Code, Dixon

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dixon

Summary: 61021 (Dixon, IL) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 61021, Dixon, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 19% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 16, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 126
26% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 61021 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 61021 in Dixon, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dixon.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 136, 36% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 136 (36% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 111 (11% above avg)

61021 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Dixon 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
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
136 +36% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
130 +30% Moderate

61021 Crime Map

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61021 Demographics & Context

Population
21,601
Median Income
$69,315
Home Value
$149,599
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
141/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.8%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.2%
Black 9%
Hispanic 7.7%
Asian 1.7%
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Dixon Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61021, Dixon?

Zip code 61021 in Dixon, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 61021 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dixon.

Is Zip code 61021 a safe neighborhood in Dixon?

Zip code 61021 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 136), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dixon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61021?

The most common crime type in Zip code 61021 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 136 (36% 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 61021?

Zip code 61021 has a population of approximately 21,601. The median household income is $69,315. The median home value is $149,599. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61021 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61021's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Dixon, 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.