61739 Zip Code, Fairbury

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairbury

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 83 / 300 High
Violent Crime 118
18% above national avg
Property Crime 111
11% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 61739 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 61739 in Fairbury, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairbury.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 99).

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 137 (37% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 99 (1% below avg)

61739 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
99 -1% Average
Assault
105 +5% Moderate
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
100 0% Average
Larceny / Theft
116 +16% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

61739 Crime Map

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61739 Demographics & Context

Population
4,803
Median Income
$80,352
Home Value
$151,720
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
48/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 8.3%

Housing

67%
33%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93%
Black 1%
Hispanic 3.9%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61739, Fairbury?

Zip code 61739 in Fairbury, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 83, which is 17% below the national average. Zip code 61739 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fairbury.

Is Zip code 61739 a safe neighborhood in Fairbury?

Zip code 61739 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fairbury, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 137), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 99). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fairbury.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61739?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61739 is Robbery, with a crime index of 137 (37% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 61739?

Zip code 61739 has a population of approximately 4,803. The median household income is $80,352. The median home value is $151,720. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61739 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61739's overall crime rate is 17% below the national average (index 83 vs 100). Within Fairbury, 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.