62040 Zip Code, Granite City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Granite City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 128
28% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62040 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 62040 in Granite City, 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 Granite City.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 97 (3% below avg)

62040 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
121 +21% Moderate
Assault
117 +17% Moderate
Robbery
97 -3% Average
Rape
106 +6% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
127 +27% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
132 +32% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
126 +26% Moderate

62040 Crime Map

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62040 Demographics & Context

Population
41,693
Median Income
$60,640
Home Value
$101,899
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
718/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10%
Graduate Degree 4.4%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 84.8%
Black 7.3%
Hispanic 6.6%
Asian 0.9%
62040 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62040, Granite City?

Zip code 62040 in Granite City, 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 62040 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Granite City.

Is Zip code 62040 a safe neighborhood in Granite City?

Zip code 62040 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Granite City, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 132), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Granite City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62040?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62040 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 132 (32% 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 62040?

Zip code 62040 has a population of approximately 41,693. The median household income is $60,640. The median home value is $101,899. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62040 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62040's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Granite City, 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.