62568 Zip Code, Taylorville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Taylorville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 125 / 300 High

Violent Crime 129

29% above national avg

Property Crime 130

30% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 62568 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62568 in Taylorville, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Taylorville.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 137, 37% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 119).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 137 (37% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 119 (19% above avg)

62568 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Taylorville	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	126	+26%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	137	+37%	N/A	Moderate

62568 Crime Map

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62568 Demographics & Context

Population

14,382

Median Income

$67,173

Home Value

$124,995

Median Age

Pop. Density

112/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.4%

Graduate Degree 6.3%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95%

Black 1.2%

Hispanic 1.8%

Asian 1%

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Taylorville Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62568, Taylorville?

Zip code 62568 in Taylorville, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 125, which is 25% above the national average. Zip code 62568 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Taylorville.

Is Zip code 62568 a safe neighborhood in Taylorville?

Zip code 62568 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Taylorville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 137), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 119). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Taylorville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62568?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62568 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 137 (37% 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 62568?

Zip code 62568 has a population of approximately 14,382. The median household income is $67,173. The median home value is $124,995. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62568 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62568's overall crime rate is 25% above the national average (index 125 vs 100). Within Taylorville, 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.