62285 Zip Code, Smithton

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Smithton

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 85 / 300 High

Violent Crime 119

19% above national avg

Property Crime 109

9% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 62285 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62285 in Smithton, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Smithton.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 151, 51% above average), while assault is the lowest risk (index: 88).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 151 (51% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Assault · Index 88 (12% below avg)

62285 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Smithton	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	88	-12%	N/A	Average
Robbery	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	151	+51%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	88	-12%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate

62285 Crime Map

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62285 Demographics & Context

Population

3,073

Median Income

$92,671

Home Value

$273,599

Median Age

Pop. Density

191/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%

Graduate Degree 8.7%

Housing

87%

13%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.4%

Black 1.3%

Hispanic 1.9%

Asian 1.1%

62285 Crime Map

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Smithton Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62285, Smithton?

Zip code 62285 in Smithton, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 85, which is 15% below the national average. Zip code 62285 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Smithton.

Is Zip code 62285 a safe neighborhood in Smithton?

Zip code 62285 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Smithton, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 151), while Assault is the lowest risk (index: 88). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Smithton.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62285?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62285 is Rape, with a crime index of 151 (51% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 62285?

Zip code 62285 has a population of approximately 3,073. The median household income is $92,671. The median home value is $273,599. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62285 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62285's overall crime rate is 15% below the national average (index 85 vs 100). Within Smithton, 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.