61354 Zip Code, Peru

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Peru

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 104 / 300 High
Violent Crime 107
7% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 61354 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 61354 in Peru, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Peru.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 134, 34% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 85).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 134 (34% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 85 (15% below avg)

61354 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
109 +9% Moderate
Assault
130 +30% Moderate
Robbery
103 +3% Moderate
Rape
85 -15% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
101 +1% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
134 +34% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
128 +28% Moderate

61354 Crime Map

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61354 Demographics & Context

Population
11,591
Median Income
$71,392
Home Value
$155,129
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
276/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 90.4%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 8.8%
Asian 2.9%
61354 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61354, Peru?

Zip code 61354 in Peru, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 104, which is 4% above the national average. Zip code 61354 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Peru.

Is Zip code 61354 a safe neighborhood in Peru?

Zip code 61354 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Peru, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 134), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 85). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Peru.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61354?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61354 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 134 (34% 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 61354?

Zip code 61354 has a population of approximately 11,591. The median household income is $71,392. The median home value is $155,129. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61354 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61354's overall crime rate is 4% above the national average (index 104 vs 100). Within Peru, 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.