62948 Zip Code, Herrin

Last updated: October 19, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Herrin

Summary: 62948 (Herrin, IL) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP 62948, Herrin, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime rate is 37% above the national average.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: October 19, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 137 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 140
40% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 62948 a Safe Zip Code?

Mixed — the grade is relative, but crime is above the national average. Zip code 62948 in Herrin, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Herrin.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 148, 48% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 120).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 148 (48% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 120 (20% above avg)

62948 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
120 +20% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
124 +24% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
147 +47% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
148 +48% Moderate

62948 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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62948 Demographics & Context

Population
11,508
Median Income
$54,082
Home Value
$112,575
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
610/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.4%
Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

65%
35%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91%
Black 4.1%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 1.3%
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Herrin Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62948, Herrin?

Zip code 62948 in Herrin, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 137, which is 37% above the national average. Zip code 62948 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Herrin.

Is Zip code 62948 a safe neighborhood in Herrin?

Zip code 62948 has elevated crime levels with a safety grade of A. Extra caution is recommended, especially at night. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 148), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 120). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Herrin.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62948?

The most common crime type in Zip code 62948 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 148 (48% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more common than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 62948?

Zip code 62948 has a population of approximately 11,508. The median household income is $54,082. The median home value is $112,575. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62948 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62948's overall crime rate is 37% above the national average (index 137 vs 100). Within Herrin, 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 October 2026.