61928 Zip Code, Gays

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gays

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 125 / 300 High

Violent Crime 145

45% above national avg

Property Crime 131

31% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 61928 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 61928 in Gays, 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 Gays.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 115).

Highest Risk

Robbery · Index 170 (70% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 115 (15% above avg)

61928 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Gays	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	146	+46%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	170	+70%	N/A	High
Rape	148	+48%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate

61928 Crime Map

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61928 Demographics & Context

Population

955

Median Income

$65,003

Home Value

$157,977

Median Age

Pop. Density

22/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.1%

Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

75%

25%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%

Black 1%

Hispanic 0.4%

Asian 0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61928, Gays?

Zip code 61928 in Gays, 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 61928 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gays.

Is Zip code 61928 a safe neighborhood in Gays?

Zip code 61928 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gays, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 170), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 115). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gays.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61928?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61928 is Robbery, with a crime index of 170 (70% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 61928?

Zip code 61928 has a population of approximately 955. The median household income is $65,003. The median home value is $157,977. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61928 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61928's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Gays, 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.