61342 Zip Code, Mendota

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mendota

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 122
22% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 61342 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 61342 in Mendota, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mendota.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 103).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 103 (3% above avg)

61342 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
125 +25% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
117 +17% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
103 +3% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
134 +34% Moderate

61342 Crime Map

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61342 Demographics & Context

Population
8,920
Median Income
$69,267
Home Value
$133,040
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
83/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.7%
Graduate Degree 6.1%

Housing

68%
32%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 86.6%
Black 1%
Hispanic 26%
Asian 0.9%
61342 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61342, Mendota?

Zip code 61342 in Mendota, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 61342 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mendota.

Is Zip code 61342 a safe neighborhood in Mendota?

Zip code 61342 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mendota, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 134), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 103). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mendota.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61342?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61342 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 134 (34% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 61342?

Zip code 61342 has a population of approximately 8,920. The median household income is $69,267. The median home value is $133,040. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61342 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61342's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Mendota, 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.