50426 Zip Code, Carpenter

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Carpenter

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Low
Low 74 / 300 High
Violent Crime 112
12% above national avg
Property Crime 84
16% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Carpenter zip codes

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Is 50426 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50426 in Carpenter, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Carpenter.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 159, 59% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 50). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 159 (59% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 50 (50% below avg)

50426 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
74 -26% Low
Assault
79 -21% Low
Robbery
159 +59% High
Rape
135 +35% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
151 +51% High
Larceny / Theft
50 -50% Low
Vehicle Theft
50 -50% Low

50426 Crime Map

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50426 Demographics & Context

Population
2
Median Income
$80,242
Home Value
$72,195
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
13/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 7.1%
Graduate Degree 0%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.2%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 2.7%
Asian 1.4%
50426 Crime Map
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Carpenter Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50426, Carpenter?

Zip code 50426 in Carpenter, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 74, which is 26% below the national average. Zip code 50426 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Carpenter.

Is Zip code 50426 a safe neighborhood in Carpenter?

Zip code 50426 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Carpenter, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 159), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 50). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Carpenter.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50426?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50426 is Robbery, with a crime index of 159 (59% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50426?

Zip code 50426 has a population of approximately 2. The median household income is $80,242. The median home value is $72,195. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50426 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50426's overall crime rate is 26% below the national average (index 74 vs 100). Within Carpenter, 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.