Question 1

Is 61525 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 61525 in Dunlap has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Dunlap city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 61525 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 61525?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 61525 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 61525. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 61525 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Dunlap. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 61525?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 61525 is approximately $379K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 61525 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 61525 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 61525 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 61525 has an overall NeighborScore of 63/100, placing it in the moderate range for Dunlap. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 63/100, 61525 scores similarly to the middle tier of Dunlap neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Dunlap — ZIP 61525

Real Estate Snapshot

Crime Overview

Nearby Schools

Demographics

Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Nearby Neighborhoods

School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Dunlap Grade School	KG–05	—	—	—
Dunlap High School	09–12	—	—	—
Dunlap Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Banner Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Dunlap Valley Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Hickory Grove Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—