62401 Zip Code, Effingham

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Effingham

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 117 / 300 High
Violent Crime 119
19% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62401 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62401 in Effingham, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Effingham.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 111 (11% above avg)

62401 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
116 +16% Moderate
Assault
120 +20% Moderate
Robbery
115 +15% Moderate
Rape
124 +24% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
111 +11% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
120 +20% Moderate

62401 Crime Map

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62401 Demographics & Context

Population
17,304
Median Income
$68,157
Home Value
$214,783
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
160/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.8%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.9%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 1.1%
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Effingham Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62401, Effingham?

Zip code 62401 in Effingham, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 117, which is 17% above the national average. Zip code 62401 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Effingham.

Is Zip code 62401 a safe neighborhood in Effingham?

Zip code 62401 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Effingham, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 126), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 111). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Effingham.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62401?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62401 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 126 (26% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 62401?

Zip code 62401 has a population of approximately 17,304. The median household income is $68,157. The median home value is $214,783. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62401 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62401's overall crime rate is 17% above the national average (index 117 vs 100). Within Effingham, 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.