62985 Zip Code, Simpson

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Simpson

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low

Low 75 / 300 High

Violent Crime 104

4% above national avg

Property Crime 105

5% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 62985 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 62985 in Simpson, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Simpson.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 76).

Highest Risk

Burglary · Index 147 (47% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 76 (24% below avg)

62985 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Simpson	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Assault	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Robbery	115	+15%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	114	+14%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	76	-24%	N/A	Low

62985 Crime Map

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62985 Demographics & Context

Population

985

Median Income

$64,628

Home Value

$96,161

Median Age

Pop. Density

15/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 9.5%

Graduate Degree 4.7%

Housing

87%

13%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.5%

Black 7.7%

Hispanic 1.4%

Asian 0.5%

62985 Crime Map

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Simpson Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62985, Simpson?

Zip code 62985 in Simpson, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 75, which is 25% below the national average. Zip code 62985 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Simpson.

Is Zip code 62985 a safe neighborhood in Simpson?

Zip code 62985 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Simpson, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 147), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Simpson.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62985?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62985 is Burglary, with a crime index of 147 (47% 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 62985?

Zip code 62985 has a population of approximately 985. The median household income is $64,628. The median home value is $96,161. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62985 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62985's overall crime rate is 25% below the national average (index 75 vs 100). Within Simpson, 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.