61764 Zip Code, Pontiac

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Pontiac

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 111 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 130
30% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 61764 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 61764 in Pontiac, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Pontiac.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 144, 44% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 144 (44% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 102 (2% above avg)

61764 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
120 +20% Moderate
Assault
107 +7% Moderate
Robbery
102 +2% Moderate
Rape
119 +19% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
113 +13% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
144 +44% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
134 +34% Moderate

61764 Crime Map

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61764 Demographics & Context

Population
12,946
Median Income
$68,145
Home Value
$131,547
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
83/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.1%
Graduate Degree 5.2%

Housing

60%
40%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.7%
Black 11.6%
Hispanic 6.7%
Asian 0.7%
61764 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61764, Pontiac?

Zip code 61764 in Pontiac, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 111, which is 11% above the national average. Zip code 61764 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Pontiac.

Is Zip code 61764 a safe neighborhood in Pontiac?

Zip code 61764 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Pontiac, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 144), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 102). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Pontiac.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61764?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61764 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 144 (44% 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 61764?

Zip code 61764 has a population of approximately 12,946. The median household income is $68,145. The median home value is $131,547. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61764 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61764's overall crime rate is 11% above the national average (index 111 vs 100). Within Pontiac, 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.