60061 Zip Code, Vernon Hills

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Vernon Hills

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 66 / 300 High
Violent Crime 70
30% below national avg
Property Crime 76
24% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 60061 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 60061 in Vernon Hills, IL has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Vernon Hills.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 88, 12% below average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 52).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 88 (12% below avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 52 (48% below avg)

60061 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
70 -30% Low
Assault
75 -25% Low
Robbery
52 -48% Low
Rape
82 -18% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
56 -44% Low
Larceny / Theft
84 -16% Average
Vehicle Theft
88 -12% Average

60061 Crime Map

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60061 Demographics & Context

Population
23,578
Median Income
$131,722
Home Value
$368,315
Median Age
39
Pop. Density
2,768/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 35.6%
Graduate Degree 26.9%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 62.9%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 11.4%
Asian 26.8%
60061 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 60061, Vernon Hills?

Zip code 60061 in Vernon Hills, IL has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 66, which is 34% below the national average. Zip code 60061 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Vernon Hills.

Is Zip code 60061 a safe neighborhood in Vernon Hills?

Zip code 60061 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Vernon Hills, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 88), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 52). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Vernon Hills.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 60061?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 60061 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 88 (12% below 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 60061?

Zip code 60061 has a population of approximately 23,578. The median household income is $131,722. The median home value is $368,315. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 60061 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 60061's overall crime rate is 34% below the national average (index 66 vs 100). Within Vernon Hills, 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.