Question 1

Is 61532 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 61532 in Forest City has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Forest City city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 61532 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 61532?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 61532 has a school score of 50/100, based on NCES EdFacts proficiency data. Schools in and near 61532 perform below state averages on math and reading assessments — proficiency rates trail both the Forest City district median and the national baseline. For families prioritizing school quality, comparing individual school ratings in the Full School Report and reviewing each school's state report card before making location decisions is strongly recommended. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts data.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 61532?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 61532 is approximately $89K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 61532 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 61532 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 61532 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 61532 has an overall NeighborScore of 64/100, placing it in the moderate range for Forest City. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 64/100, 61532 scores similarly to the middle tier of Forest City 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.

Forest City — ZIP 61532

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