62864 Zip Code, Mount Vernon

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Vernon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 125 / 300 High
Violent Crime 123
23% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 62864 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 62864 in Mount Vernon, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Mount Vernon.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 128, 28% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 118).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 128 (28% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 118 (18% above avg)

62864 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
123 +23% Moderate
Assault
128 +28% Moderate
Robbery
118 +18% Moderate
Rape
123 +23% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
126 +26% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
122 +22% Moderate

62864 Crime Map

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62864 Demographics & Context

Population
22,722
Median Income
$57,983
Home Value
$109,822
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
158/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.7%
Graduate Degree 7.8%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 82.3%
Black 11.9%
Hispanic 2.5%
Asian 1.6%
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Mount Vernon Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62864, Mount Vernon?

Zip code 62864 in Mount Vernon, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 62864 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Mount Vernon.

Is Zip code 62864 a safe neighborhood in Mount Vernon?

Zip code 62864 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Mount Vernon, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Assault (index: 128), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 118). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Mount Vernon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62864?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62864 is Assault, with a crime index of 128 (28% 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 62864?

Zip code 62864 has a population of approximately 22,722. The median household income is $57,983. The median home value is $109,822. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62864 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62864's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Mount Vernon, 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.