62656 Zip Code, Lincoln

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Lincoln

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 132
32% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62656 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 62656 in Lincoln, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Lincoln.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 105).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 105 (5% above avg)

62656 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
121 +21% Moderate
Robbery
105 +5% Moderate
Rape
120 +20% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
144 +44% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
139 +39% Moderate

62656 Crime Map

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62656 Demographics & Context

Population
18,064
Median Income
$62,974
Home Value
$123,232
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
124/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.6%
Graduate Degree 6.4%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.3%
Black 12.2%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 1.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62656, Lincoln?

Zip code 62656 in Lincoln, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 62656 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Lincoln.

Is Zip code 62656 a safe neighborhood in Lincoln?

Zip code 62656 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Lincoln, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 144), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 105). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Lincoln.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62656?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62656 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 144 (44% 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 62656?

Zip code 62656 has a population of approximately 18,064. The median household income is $62,974. The median home value is $123,232. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62656 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62656's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Lincoln, 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.