61068 Zip Code, Rochelle

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Rochelle

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 108 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 138
38% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 61068 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 61068 in Rochelle, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Rochelle.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 85). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 151 (51% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Assault · Index 85 (15% below avg)

61068 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
85 -15% Average
Robbery
137 +37% Moderate
Rape
114 +14% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
125 +25% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
151 +51% High
Vehicle Theft
137 +37% Moderate

61068 Crime Map

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61068 Demographics & Context

Population
14,840
Median Income
$68,221
Home Value
$166,849
Median Age
37
Pop. Density
120/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.3%
Graduate Degree 5.8%

Housing

66%
34%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 79.1%
Black 2.9%
Hispanic 25.1%
Asian 1.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61068, Rochelle?

Zip code 61068 in Rochelle, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 61068 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Rochelle.

Is Zip code 61068 a safe neighborhood in Rochelle?

Zip code 61068 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Rochelle, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 151), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 85). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Rochelle.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61068?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61068 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 151 (51% 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 61068?

Zip code 61068 has a population of approximately 14,840. The median household income is $68,221. The median home value is $166,849. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61068 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61068's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Rochelle, 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.