60178 Zip Code, Sycamore

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Sycamore

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 96 / 300 High
Violent Crime 90
10% below national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 60178 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 60178 in Sycamore, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Sycamore.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 112, 12% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 80).

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 112 (12% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Rape · Index 80 (20% below avg)

60178 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
96 -4% Average
Assault
90 -10% Average
Robbery
92 -8% Average
Rape
80 -20% Low
Property Crime
Burglary
112 +12% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
109 +9% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
96 -4% Average

60178 Crime Map

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60178 Demographics & Context

Population
22,822
Median Income
$84,771
Home Value
$259,875
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
334/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 24.8%
Graduate Degree 14.6%

Housing

64%
36%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.9%
Black 4.4%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 1.7%
60178 Crime Map
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Sycamore Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60178, Sycamore?

Zip code 60178 in Sycamore, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 96, which is 4% below the national average. Zip code 60178 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Sycamore.

Is Zip code 60178 a safe neighborhood in Sycamore?

Zip code 60178 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Sycamore, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 112), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 80). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Sycamore.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60178?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60178 is Burglary, with a crime index of 112 (12% 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 60178?

Zip code 60178 has a population of approximately 22,822. The median household income is $84,771. The median home value is $259,875. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60178 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60178's overall crime rate is 4% below the national average (index 96 vs 100). Within Sycamore, 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.