60624 Safety Report
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Summary
60624 has a use caution overall safety rating, with notably higher crime than most of the 55 areas analyzed. The area has a median home value of $187K (-42.2% vs area average), median household income of $36K (-58.7% vs area average), population density of 11,361 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 84.47% (-6.4% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 60624
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 60624 in Chicago, IL receives a use caution overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are notably higher than most comparable areas. This zip was compared against 55 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this zip in Chicago, IL.
Walking Safety
This area has significantly elevated walking safety related crime rates compared to other zips in the region. This area ranks #47 out of 55 zips analyzed.
Consider traveling in groups and staying aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
2,277
Total Incidents
189.8
Monthly Average
#47 / 55
Safety Rank
High Risk
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 60624 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 15:00 (145 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 5:00 when incident rates drop to 22. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in Chicago, IL can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for 60624 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-07 with 236 incidents, while 2026-03 saw the lowest activity at 126 incidents. On average, this zip in Chicago experiences approximately 190 incidents per month. The data shows a decreasing trend, with incident rates declining by approximately 28% over the analyzed period. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in IL neighborhoods like 60624 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 60624 is Assault | Simple, accounting for 39.8% of all incidents (907 cases). This is followed by Weapon Offenses | Unlawful Possession - Handgun at 10.5% (240 cases). The top three categories combined represent 60% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in Chicago, IL helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
11,361.45
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #39 of 55 zips
-35.6% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
84.5%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #47 of 55 zips
-6.4% vs area average
Median Home Value
$187,042.44
average estimate
Ranks #46 of 55 zips
-42.2% vs area average
Median Household Income
$36,368.9
average estimate
Ranks #54 of 55 zips
-58.7% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.