61353 Zip Code, Paw Paw

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Paw Paw

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 134 / 300 High
Violent Crime 142
42% above national avg
Property Crime 75
25% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 61353 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 61353 in Paw Paw, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Paw Paw.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 171 (71% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 55 (45% below avg)

61353 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
126 +26% Moderate
Assault
104 +4% Moderate
Robbery
171 +71% High
Rape
165 +65% High
Property Crime
Burglary
108 +8% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
63 -37% Low
Vehicle Theft
55 -45% Low

61353 Crime Map

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61353 Demographics & Context

Population
1,311
Median Income
$76,509
Home Value
$152,007
Median Age
41
Pop. Density
38/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.7%
Graduate Degree 4.9%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 91%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 6.1%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61353, Paw Paw?

Zip code 61353 in Paw Paw, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 134, which is 34% above the national average. Zip code 61353 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Paw Paw.

Is Zip code 61353 a safe neighborhood in Paw Paw?

Zip code 61353 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Paw Paw, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 171), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 55). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Paw Paw.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61353?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61353 is Robbery, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 61353?

Zip code 61353 has a population of approximately 1,311. The median household income is $76,509. The median home value is $152,007. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61353 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61353's overall crime rate is 34% above the national average (index 134 vs 100). Within Paw Paw, 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.