60966 Zip Code, Sheldon

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sheldon

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 140 / 300 High

Violent Crime 133

33% above national avg

Property Crime 130

30% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 60966 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 60966 in Sheldon, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sheldon.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 98).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 171 (71% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 98 (2% below avg)

60966 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Sheldon	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	122	+22%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	171	+71%	N/A	High
Larceny / Theft	121	+21%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	98	-2%	N/A	Average

60966 Crime Map

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60966 Demographics & Context

Population

1,507

Median Income

$53,628

Home Value

$73,936

Median Age

Pop. Density

25/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.8%

Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

77%

23%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.4%

Black 2.3%

Hispanic 4.2%

Asian 0.5%

60966 Crime Map

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Sheldon Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60966, Sheldon?

Zip code 60966 in Sheldon, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 140, which is 40% above the national average. Zip code 60966 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sheldon.

Is Zip code 60966 a safe neighborhood in Sheldon?

Zip code 60966 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sheldon, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 171), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 98). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sheldon.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60966?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60966 is Burglary, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 60966?

Zip code 60966 has a population of approximately 1,507. The median household income is $53,628. The median home value is $73,936. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60966 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60966's overall crime rate is 40% above the national average (index 140 vs 100). Within Sheldon, 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.