60305 Zip Code, River Forest

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in River Forest

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 37 / 300 High
Violent Crime 62
38% below national avg
Property Crime 67
33% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 60305 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 60305 in River Forest, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in River Forest.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 83, 17% below average), while murder is the lowest risk (index: 40).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 83 (17% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Murder · Index 40 (60% below avg)

60305 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
40 -60% Low
Assault
74 -26% Low
Robbery
50 -50% Low
Rape
83 -17% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
50 -50% Low
Larceny / Theft
80 -20% Low
Vehicle Theft
71 -29% Low

60305 Crime Map

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60305 Demographics & Context

Population
10,641
Median Income
$156,719
Home Value
$645,126
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
4,569/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 37.8%
Graduate Degree 39.9%

Housing

85%
15%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 81.1%
Black 7.2%
Hispanic 7%
Asian 6.3%
60305 Crime Map
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River Forest Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60305, River Forest?

Zip code 60305 in River Forest, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 37, which is 63% below the national average. Zip code 60305 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in River Forest.

Is Zip code 60305 a safe neighborhood in River Forest?

Zip code 60305 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in River Forest, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 83), while Murder is the lowest risk (index: 40). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in River Forest.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60305?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60305 is Rape, with a crime index of 83 (17% 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 60305?

Zip code 60305 has a population of approximately 10,641. The median household income is $156,719. The median home value is $645,126. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60305 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60305's overall crime rate is 63% below the national average (index 37 vs 100). Within River Forest, 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.