62690 Zip Code, Virden

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Virden

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 127 / 300 High

Violent Crime 113

13% above national avg

Property Crime 136

36% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 62690 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 62690 in Virden, IL has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Virden.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 87). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 87 (13% below avg)

62690 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Virden	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	134	+34%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	103	+3%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	87	-13%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate

62690 Crime Map

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62690 Demographics & Context

Population

4,408

Median Income

$66,646

Home Value

$102,485

Median Age

Pop. Density

80/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 10.9%

Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.4%

Black 0.2%

Hispanic 1.1%

Asian 0.9%

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Virden Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 62690, Virden?

Zip code 62690 in Virden, IL has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 127, which is 27% above the national average. Zip code 62690 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Virden.

Is Zip code 62690 a safe neighborhood in Virden?

Zip code 62690 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Virden, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 145), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 87). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Virden.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 62690?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 62690 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% 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 62690?

Zip code 62690 has a population of approximately 4,408. The median household income is $66,646. The median home value is $102,485. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 62690 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 62690's overall crime rate is 27% above the national average (index 127 vs 100). Within Virden, 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.