60901 Zip Code, Kankakee

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Crime Rate & Statistics

B+

Above-average safety — lower crime than most zip codes

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Kankakee

Summary: 60901 (Kankakee, IL) Crime Rate (2026)

ZIP code 60901 in Kankakee, IL has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. This ZIP code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kankakee.

Data source: FBI UCR & local law enforcement data. Last updated: May 6, 2026.

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 119 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 120
20% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 60901 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safer than most. Zip code 60901 in Kankakee, IL has a safety grade of B+. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Kankakee.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 106).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 106 (6% above avg)

60901 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
106 +6% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
128 +28% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
125 +25% Moderate

60901 Crime Map

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60901 Demographics & Context

Population
38,691
Median Income
$58,710
Home Value
$130,486
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
395/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.4%
Graduate Degree 5.7%

Housing

58%
42%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 55.6%
Black 30.7%
Hispanic 17.2%
Asian 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60901, Kankakee?

Zip code 60901 in Kankakee, IL has a crime safety grade of B+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 119, which is 19% above the national average. Zip code 60901 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Kankakee.

Is Zip code 60901 a safe neighborhood in Kankakee?

Zip code 60901 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Kankakee, earning a crime grade of B+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 128), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 106). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Kankakee.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60901?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60901 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 128 (28% 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 60901?

Zip code 60901 has a population of approximately 38,691. The median household income is $58,710. The median home value is $130,486. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60901 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60901's overall crime rate is 19% above the national average (index 119 vs 100). Within Kankakee, 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 May 2026.