50518 Zip Code, Barnum

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Barnum

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 33 / 300 High
Violent Crime 96
4% below national avg
Property Crime 39
61% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50518 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50518 in Barnum, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 33, which is 67% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Barnum.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 6 (94% below avg)

50518 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
27 -73% Low
Assault
46 -54% Low
Robbery
157 +57% High
Rape
152 +52% High
Property Crime
Burglary
104 +4% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
6 -94% Low
Vehicle Theft
8 -92% Low

50518 Crime Map

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50518 Demographics & Context

Population
383
Median Income
$89,925
Home Value
$146,657
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.7%
Graduate Degree 7.5%

Housing

90%
10%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.6%
Black 0.9%
Hispanic 1.9%
Asian 1.5%
50518 Crime Map
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Barnum Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50518, Barnum?

Zip code 50518 in Barnum, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 33, which is 67% below the national average. Zip code 50518 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Barnum.

Is Zip code 50518 a safe neighborhood in Barnum?

Zip code 50518 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Barnum, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 6). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Barnum.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50518?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50518 is Robbery, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50518?

Zip code 50518 has a population of approximately 383. The median household income is $89,925. The median home value is $146,657. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50518 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50518's overall crime rate is 67% below the national average (index 33 vs 100). Within Barnum, 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.