62837 Zip Code, Fairfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 130 / 300 High

Violent Crime 134

34% above national avg

Property Crime 145

45% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 62837 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62837 in Fairfield, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fairfield.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 130).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 147 (47% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 130 (30% above avg)

62837 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Fairfield	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	143	+43%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate

62837 Crime Map

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62837 Demographics & Context

Population

8,519

Median Income

$53,176

Home Value

$73,499

Median Age

Pop. Density

39/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%

Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

73%

27%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.1%

Black 0.5%

Hispanic 1.7%

Asian 1%

62837 Crime Map

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Fairfield Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62837, Fairfield?

Zip code 62837 in Fairfield, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 130, which is 30% above the national average. Zip code 62837 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fairfield.

Is Zip code 62837 a safe neighborhood in Fairfield?

Zip code 62837 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fairfield, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 147), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 130). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fairfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62837?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62837 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 62837?

Zip code 62837 has a population of approximately 8,519. The median household income is $53,176. The median home value is $73,499. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62837 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62837's overall crime rate is 30% above the national average (index 130 vs 100). Within Fairfield, 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.