50521 Zip Code, Burnside

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Burnside

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 86 / 300 High

Violent Crime 104

4% above national avg

Property Crime 55

45% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 50521 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50521 in Burnside, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Burnside.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 20). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 135 (35% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 20 (80% below avg)

50521 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Burnside	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	55	-45%	N/A	Low
Assault	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Robbery	132	+32%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	20	-80%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	21	-79%	N/A	Low

50521 Crime Map

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50521 Demographics & Context

Population

Median Income

$62,069

Home Value

$97,470

Median Age

Pop. Density

7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 17.8%

Graduate Degree 2.4%

Housing

82%

18%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.5%

Black 0.6%

Hispanic 3%

Asian 0.1%

50521 Crime Map

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Burnside Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50521, Burnside?

Zip code 50521 in Burnside, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 86, which is 14% below the national average. Zip code 50521 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Burnside.

Is Zip code 50521 a safe neighborhood in Burnside?

Zip code 50521 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Burnside, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 135), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 20). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Burnside.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50521?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50521 is Rape, with a crime index of 135 (35% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50521?

Zip code 50521 has a population of approximately 8. The median household income is $62,069. The median home value is $97,470. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50521 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50521's overall crime rate is 14% below the national average (index 86 vs 100). Within Burnside, 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.