60644 Safety Report
ZIP • CHICAGO, ILSummary
60644 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 $197K (-39.1% vs area average), median household income of $40K (-54.8% vs area average), population density of 13,202 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 91.5% (+1.4% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for 60644
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, 60644 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 notably higher walking safety related crime rates than most zips in the region. This area ranks #47 out of 55 zips analyzed.
Stay alert when walking alone, particularly during late hours.
2,431
Total Incidents
202.6
Monthly Average
#47 / 55
Safety Rank
Use Caution
Safety Level
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in 60644 show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 15:00 (157 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the late night, particularly around 4:00 when incident rates drop to 34. 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 60644 reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-05 with 248 incidents, while 2025-10 saw the lowest activity at 177 incidents. On average, this zip in Chicago experiences approximately 203 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in IL neighborhoods like 60644 tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in 60644 is Assault | Simple, accounting for 35.7% of all incidents (867 cases). This is followed by Drug Offenses | Manufacture / Deliver - Cannabis Over 10 Grams at 9.3% (227 cases). The top three categories combined represent 54% 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
13,201.73
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #34 of 55 zips
-25.1% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
91.5%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #32 of 55 zips
+1.4% vs area average
Median Home Value
$197,032.05
average estimate
Ranks #43 of 55 zips
-39.1% vs area average
Median Household Income
$39,801.4
average estimate
Ranks #52 of 55 zips
-54.8% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this zip. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.