62862 Zip Code, Mill Shoals

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mill Shoals

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 114 / 300 High
Violent Crime 111
11% above national avg
Property Crime 88
12% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 62862 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62862 in Mill Shoals, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mill Shoals.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 56). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 56 (44% below avg)

62862 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
122 +22% Moderate
Robbery
93 -7% Average
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
132 +32% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
56 -44% Low
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

62862 Crime Map

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62862 Demographics & Context

Population
424
Median Income
$65,287
Home Value
$72,250
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
16/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.6%
Graduate Degree 5%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.3%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 1.2%
Asian 0.3%
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Mill Shoals Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62862, Mill Shoals?

Zip code 62862 in Mill Shoals, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 114, which is 14% above the national average. Zip code 62862 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mill Shoals.

Is Zip code 62862 a safe neighborhood in Mill Shoals?

Zip code 62862 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mill Shoals, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 132), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 56). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mill Shoals.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62862?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62862 is Burglary, 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 62862?

Zip code 62862 has a population of approximately 424. The median household income is $65,287. The median home value is $72,250. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62862 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62862's overall crime rate is 14% above the national average (index 114 vs 100). Within Mill Shoals, 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.