60051 Zip Code, McHenry

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 112
12% above national avg

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Is 60051 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 60051 in McHenry, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 108).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 108 (8% above avg)

60051 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
112 +12% Moderate
Assault
111 +11% Moderate
Robbery
113 +13% Moderate
Rape
132 +32% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
117 +17% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

60051 Crime Map

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

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60051 Demographics & Context

Population
24,749
Median Income
$96,474
Home Value
$278,626
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
707/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.1%
Graduate Degree 7%

Housing

78%
22%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.1%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 8.6%
Asian 1.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60051, McHenry?

Zip code 60051 in McHenry, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average.

Is Zip code 60051 a safe neighborhood in McHenry?

Zip code 60051 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in McHenry, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 132), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 108).

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60051?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60051 is Rape, with a crime index of 132 (32% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 60051?

Zip code 60051 has a population of approximately 24,749. The median household income is $96,474. The median home value is $278,626. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60051 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60051's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). 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.