50028 Zip Code, Baxter

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Baxter

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 141
41% above national avg
Property Crime 106
6% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Baxter zip codes

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Is 50028 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50028 in Baxter, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Baxter.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 171 (71% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 81 (19% below avg)

50028 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
146 +46% Moderate
Assault
91 -9% Average
Robbery
171 +71% High
Rape
156 +56% High
Property Crime
Burglary
128 +28% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
81 -19% Average
Vehicle Theft
108 +8% Moderate

50028 Crime Map

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50028 Demographics & Context

Population
1,680
Median Income
$77,373
Home Value
$208,345
Median Age
42
Pop. Density
38/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13%
Graduate Degree 3.9%

Housing

71%
29%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.1%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 1.5%
Asian 0.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50028, Baxter?

Zip code 50028 in Baxter, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 50028 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Baxter.

Is Zip code 50028 a safe neighborhood in Baxter?

Zip code 50028 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Baxter, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 171), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 81). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Baxter.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50028?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50028 is Robbery, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50028?

Zip code 50028 has a population of approximately 1,680. The median household income is $77,373. The median home value is $208,345. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50028 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50028's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Baxter, 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.