60538 Zip Code, Montgomery

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Montgomery

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 111
11% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 60538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 60538 in Montgomery, 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 Montgomery.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 131, 31% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 131 (31% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 102 (2% above avg)

60538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
104 +4% Moderate
Assault
119 +19% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
117 +17% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
131 +31% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
110 +10% Moderate

60538 Crime Map

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60538 Demographics & Context

Population
22,256
Median Income
$81,845
Home Value
$256,015
Median Age
34
Pop. Density
2,247/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.7%
Graduate Degree 7.1%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 70%
Black 10.9%
Hispanic 28.2%
Asian 2.5%
60538 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60538, Montgomery?

Zip code 60538 in Montgomery, 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 60538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Montgomery.

Is Zip code 60538 a safe neighborhood in Montgomery?

Zip code 60538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Montgomery, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 131), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Montgomery.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60538 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 131 (31% 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 60538?

Zip code 60538 has a population of approximately 22,256. The median household income is $81,845. The median home value is $256,015. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60538's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Montgomery, 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.