50046 Zip Code, Cambridge

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cambridge

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 152
52% above national avg
Property Crime 119
19% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50046 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50046 in Cambridge, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cambridge.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 76 (24% below avg)

50046 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
142 +42% Moderate
Assault
152 +52% High
Robbery
145 +45% Moderate
Rape
170 +70% High
Property Crime
Burglary
134 +34% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
76 -24% Low
Vehicle Theft
146 +46% Moderate

50046 Crime Map

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50046 Demographics & Context

Population
2,986
Median Income
$96,282
Home Value
$269,704
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
63/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 27.2%
Graduate Degree 8.6%

Housing

79%
21%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.2%
Black 0.8%
Hispanic 2.6%
Asian 0.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50046, Cambridge?

Zip code 50046 in Cambridge, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 50046 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cambridge.

Is Zip code 50046 a safe neighborhood in Cambridge?

Zip code 50046 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cambridge, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 170), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 76). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cambridge.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50046?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50046 is Rape, with a crime index of 170 (70% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50046?

Zip code 50046 has a population of approximately 2,986. The median household income is $96,282. The median home value is $269,704. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50046 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50046's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Cambridge, 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.