52531 Zip Code, Albia

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Albia

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 123 / 300 High

Violent Crime 133

33% above national avg

Property Crime 124

24% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 52531 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 52531 in Albia, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Albia.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 147, 47% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 120).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 147 (47% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 120 (20% above avg)

52531 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Albia city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Albia	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	128	+28%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	125	+25%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	147	+47%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	130	+30%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate

52531 Crime Map

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52531 Demographics & Context

Population

5,849

Median Income

$63,041

Home Value

$125,621

Median Age

Pop. Density

26/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.9%

Graduate Degree 7%

Housing

67%

33%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.3%

Black 0.5%

Hispanic 2.7%

Asian 0.7%

52531 Crime Map

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Albia Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52531, Albia?

Zip code 52531 in Albia, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 123, which is 23% above the national average. Zip code 52531 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Albia.

Is Zip code 52531 a safe neighborhood in Albia?

Zip code 52531 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Albia, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 147), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 120). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Albia.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52531?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52531 is Rape, with a crime index of 147 (47% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52531?

Zip code 52531 has a population of approximately 5,849. The median household income is $63,041. The median home value is $125,621. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52531 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52531's overall crime rate is 23% above the national average (index 123 vs 100). Within Albia, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.