60070 Zip Code, Prospect Heights

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect Heights

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 58 / 300 High
Violent Crime 71
29% below national avg
Property Crime 72
28% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 60070 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 60070 in Prospect Heights, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 58, which is 42% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Prospect Heights.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 92, 8% below average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 47).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 92 (8% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 47 (53% below avg)

60070 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
68 -32% Low
Assault
61 -39% Low
Robbery
80 -20% Low
Rape
73 -27% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
47 -53% Low
Larceny / Theft
92 -8% Average
Vehicle Theft
76 -24% Low

60070 Crime Map

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60070 Demographics & Context

Population
15,772
Median Income
$76,457
Home Value
$318,846
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
4,328/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 26.8%
Graduate Degree 14.3%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 72.6%
Black 1.6%
Hispanic 24.2%
Asian 12.3%
60070 Crime Map
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Prospect Heights Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60070, Prospect Heights?

Zip code 60070 in Prospect Heights, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 58, which is 42% below the national average. Zip code 60070 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Prospect Heights.

Is Zip code 60070 a safe neighborhood in Prospect Heights?

Zip code 60070 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Prospect Heights, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 92), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Prospect Heights.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60070?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60070 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 92 (8% below 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 60070?

Zip code 60070 has a population of approximately 15,772. The median household income is $76,457. The median home value is $318,846. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60070 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60070's overall crime rate is 42% below the national average (index 58 vs 100). Within Prospect Heights, 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.