52601 Zip Code, Burlington

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Burlington

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 116 / 300 High
Violent Crime 115
15% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 52601 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 52601 in Burlington, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Burlington.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 127, 27% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110).

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 127 (27% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 110 (10% above avg)

52601 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
119 +19% Moderate
Assault
116 +16% Moderate
Robbery
110 +10% Moderate
Rape
116 +16% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
127 +27% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
121 +21% Moderate

52601 Crime Map

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52601 Demographics & Context

Population
28,898
Median Income
$58,459
Home Value
$206,865
Median Age
43
Pop. Density
232/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.2%
Graduate Degree 6.5%

Housing

69%
31%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 83.8%
Black 10.2%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 52601, Burlington?

Zip code 52601 in Burlington, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 116, which is 16% above the national average. Zip code 52601 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Burlington.

Is Zip code 52601 a safe neighborhood in Burlington?

Zip code 52601 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Burlington, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 127), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 110). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Burlington.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 52601?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 52601 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 127 (27% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 52601?

Zip code 52601 has a population of approximately 28,898. The median household income is $58,459. The median home value is $206,865. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 52601 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 52601's overall crime rate is 16% above the national average (index 116 vs 100). Within Burlington, 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.