61081 Zip Code, Sterling

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sterling

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 117
17% above national avg
Property Crime 118
18% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 61081 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 61081 in Sterling, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sterling.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 126, 26% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 126 (26% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 110 (10% above avg)

61081 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
118 +18% Moderate
Assault
112 +12% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
126 +26% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
110 +10% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
125 +25% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
118 +18% Moderate

61081 Crime Map

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61081 Demographics & Context

Population
21,070
Median Income
$63,970
Home Value
$124,069
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
171/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.1%
Graduate Degree 7.2%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.2%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 21.4%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 61081, Sterling?

Zip code 61081 in Sterling, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 61081 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sterling.

Is Zip code 61081 a safe neighborhood in Sterling?

Zip code 61081 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sterling, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 126), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sterling.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 61081?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 61081 is Rape, with a crime index of 126 (26% 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 61081?

Zip code 61081 has a population of approximately 21,070. The median household income is $63,970. The median home value is $124,069. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 61081 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 61081's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Sterling, 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.