62243 Zip Code, Freeburg

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Freeburg

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 73 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 87
13% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62243 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62243 in Freeburg, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Freeburg.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 152, 52% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 69). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 152 (52% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 69 (31% below avg)

62243 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
88 -12% Average
Assault
83 -17% Average
Robbery
144 +44% Moderate
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
115 +15% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
69 -31% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

62243 Crime Map

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62243 Demographics & Context

Population
6,805
Median Income
$106,880
Home Value
$241,646
Median Age
44
Pop. Density
124/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19.8%
Graduate Degree 14.5%

Housing

83%
17%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.3%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 1.2%
62243 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62243, Freeburg?

Zip code 62243 in Freeburg, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 73, which is 27% below the national average. Zip code 62243 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Freeburg.

Is Zip code 62243 a safe neighborhood in Freeburg?

Zip code 62243 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Freeburg, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 152), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 69). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Freeburg.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62243?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62243 is Rape, with a crime index of 152 (52% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 62243?

Zip code 62243 has a population of approximately 6,805. The median household income is $106,880. The median home value is $241,646. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62243 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62243's overall crime rate is 27% below the national average (index 73 vs 100). Within Freeburg, 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.