Illinois Sex Offender Information
This page provides an overview of registered sex offender data for Illinois, including statewide totals, density metrics, and ZIP Code-level breakdowns. Data is drawn from publicly available state registry records and U.S. Census Bureau population estimates.
Note: This page is for informational purposes only. It does not represent real-time data or provide individual-level registry records. Visit the official Illinois State Police Sex Offender Registry for official records.
Illinois Registry at a Glance
25,467
Total Listings
12.7M
State Population
200.6
Per 100k Residents
0.85×
vs. U.S. Average
Population source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. U.S. average: 237.2 per 100k.
Top 10 ZIP Codes by Total Registry Listings
The following ZIP Codes have the highest number of registered sex offender listings in Illinois.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Registered Offenders |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 00000* | 535 |
| 2 | 60628 | 391 |
| 3 | 60621 | 281 |
| 4 | 60617 | 253 |
| 5 | 62703 | 249 |
| 6 | 60619 | 235 |
| 7 | 60085 | 231 |
| 8 | 61554 | 196 |
| 9 | 61101 | 191 |
| 10 | 61832 | 190 |
*ZIP Code 00000 is a placeholder used when address data is unavailable or redacted.
Top 10 ZIP Codes by Registry Listing Density (per 100,000 residents)
Density rankings exclude ZIP Codes with population under 1,000 to avoid unstable per-capita rates.
| Rank | ZIP Code | Offenders | Population | Density per 100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62701 | 44 | 1,211 | 3,633.4 |
| 2 | 60958 | 22 | 1,488 | 1,478.5 |
| 3 | 62205 | 69 | 5,760 | 1,197.9 |
| 4 | 62203 | 61 | 5,539 | 1,101.3 |
| 5 | 62204 | 50 | 4,824 | 1,036.5 |
| 6 | 60621 | 281 | 27,318 | 1,028.6 |
| 7 | 61913 | 12 | 1,192 | 1,006.7 |
| 8 | 61603 | 153 | 15,430 | 991.6 |
| 9 | 61101 | 191 | 19,671 | 971.0 |
| 10 | 62018 | 28 | 3,006 | 931.5 |
Population source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year ZCTA estimates (B01003).
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Start Your Search NowHow Sex Offender Registration Works in Illinois
Illinois requires individuals convicted of certain sex offenses to register with local law enforcement. The Illinois Sex Offender Registration Act establishes requirements including:
- Registration within 3 days of establishing residence
- Annual verification of address and personal information
- Notification of address changes within 3 days
- Registration duration based on offense classification (10 years to lifetime)
The Illinois State Police maintains the statewide registry database, which is publicly accessible through their official website. Local law enforcement agencies handle in-person registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find official Illinois sex offender records?
The official Illinois sex offender registry is maintained by the Illinois State Police and available at isp.illinois.gov/Sor. This database includes all registered offenders in the state.
Why does ZIP Code 00000 appear in the data?
ZIP Code 00000 is a placeholder used when an offender's address is unavailable, redacted, or when the individual is incarcerated, homeless, or otherwise lacks a standard residential address.
How often is this data updated?
The statistics on this page are based on periodic snapshots of public registry data. For real-time information, visit the official Illinois State Police registry or use KidsLiveSafe's monitoring tools for automated updates.