61938 Zip Code, Mattoon

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mattoon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 128 / 300 High

Violent Crime 108

8% above national avg

Property Crime 121

21% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 61938 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 61938 in Mattoon, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mattoon.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 130, 30% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 76).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 130 (30% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 76 (24% below avg)

61938 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Mattoon	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	76	-24%	N/A	Low
Rape	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate

61938 Crime Map

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61938 Demographics & Context

Population

20,880

Median Income

$56,727

Home Value

$107,603

Median Age

Pop. Density

169/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.2%

Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

63%

37%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 92.9%

Black 2.5%

Hispanic 2%

Asian 0.9%

61938 Crime Map

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Mattoon Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61938, Mattoon?

Zip code 61938 in Mattoon, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 61938 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mattoon.

Is Zip code 61938 a safe neighborhood in Mattoon?

Zip code 61938 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mattoon, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 130), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mattoon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61938?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61938 is Assault, with a crime index of 130 (30% 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 61938?

Zip code 61938 has a population of approximately 20,880. The median household income is $56,727. The median home value is $107,603. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61938 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61938's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Mattoon, 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.