61866 Zip Code, Rantoul

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rantoul

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 118 / 300 High
Violent Crime 95
5% below national avg
Property Crime 111
11% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 61866 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 61866 in Rantoul, IL has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rantoul.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 118, 18% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 79).

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 118 (18% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 79 (21% below avg)

61866 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
101 +1% Moderate
Assault
118 +18% Moderate
Robbery
80 -20% Low
Rape
79 -21% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
115 +15% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
112 +12% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
105 +5% Moderate

61866 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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61866 Demographics & Context

Population
14,477
Median Income
$56,118
Home Value
$108,391
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
182/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

53%
47%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 61.8%
Black 24.6%
Hispanic 11%
Asian 2.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61866, Rantoul?

Zip code 61866 in Rantoul, IL has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 118, which is 18% above the national average. Zip code 61866 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rantoul.

Is Zip code 61866 a safe neighborhood in Rantoul?

Zip code 61866 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rantoul, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Assault (index: 118), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 79). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rantoul.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61866?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61866 is Assault, with a crime index of 118 (18% 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 61866?

Zip code 61866 has a population of approximately 14,477. The median household income is $56,118. The median home value is $108,391. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61866 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61866's overall crime rate is 18% above the national average (index 118 vs 100). Within Rantoul, 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.