62831 Zip Code, Du Bois

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Du Bois

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 142
42% above national avg
Property Crime 114
14% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62831 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62831 in Du Bois, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Du Bois.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 156, 56% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 98). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 156 (56% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 98 (2% below avg)

62831 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
127 +27% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
156 +56% High
Rape
155 +55% High
Property Crime
Burglary
140 +40% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
98 -2% Average
Vehicle Theft
104 +4% Moderate

62831 Crime Map

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62831 Demographics & Context

Population
814
Median Income
$70,504
Home Value
$109,659
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 6%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.9%
Black 0.5%
Hispanic 1.4%
Asian 0.2%
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Du Bois Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62831, Du Bois?

Zip code 62831 in Du Bois, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 62831 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Du Bois.

Is Zip code 62831 a safe neighborhood in Du Bois?

Zip code 62831 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Du Bois, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 156), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Du Bois.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62831?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62831 is Robbery, with a crime index of 156 (56% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 62831?

Zip code 62831 has a population of approximately 814. The median household income is $70,504. The median home value is $109,659. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62831 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62831's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Du Bois, 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.