60629 Safety Report
ZIP • CHICAGO, ILSummary
60629 has a safe overall safety rating, with safety levels typical for the 55 areas analyzed. The area has a median home value of $178K (-45.1% vs area average), median household income of $60K (-31.7% vs area average), population density of 15,832 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 94.31% (+4.5% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 60629
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 60629 in Chicago, IL receives a safe overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are in line with what's typical for the city. 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 walking safety related crime rates typical for zips in the region. This area ranks #23 out of 55 zips analyzed.
1,920
Total Incidents
160.0
Monthly Average
#23 / 55
Safety Rank
Safe
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 60629 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 15:00 (137 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the morning, particularly around 5:00 when incident rates drop to 24. 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 60629 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-07 with 179 incidents, while 2025-02 saw the lowest activity at 131 incidents. On average, this zip in Chicago experiences approximately 160 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in IL neighborhoods like 60629 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 60629 is Assault | Simple, accounting for 42.8% of all incidents (822 cases). This is followed by Weapon Offenses | Unlawful Possession - Handgun at 9.3% (178 cases). The top three categories combined represent 59% 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
15,832.26
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #27 of 55 zips
-10.2% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
94.3%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #10 of 55 zips
+4.5% vs area average
Median Home Value
$177,725.85
average estimate
Ranks #48 of 55 zips
-45.1% vs area average
Median Household Income
$60,144.95
average estimate
Ranks #40 of 55 zips
-31.7% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.