51510 Zip Code, Carter Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Carter Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 90 / 300 High
Violent Crime 67
33% below national avg
Property Crime 104
4% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 51510 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 51510 in Carter Lake, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Carter Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 115, 15% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 23). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 115 (15% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 23 (77% below avg)

51510 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
85 -15% Average
Assault
77 -23% Low
Robbery
23 -77% Low
Rape
81 -19% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
92 -8% Average
Larceny / Theft
105 +5% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
115 +15% Moderate

51510 Crime Map

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51510 Demographics & Context

Population
3,765
Median Income
$66,192
Home Value
$195,888
Median Age
38
Pop. Density
1,905/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.8%
Graduate Degree 4.1%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 87%
Black 1.3%
Hispanic 13.5%
Asian 0.9%
51510 Crime Map
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Carter Lake Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51510, Carter Lake?

Zip code 51510 in Carter Lake, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 90, which is 10% below the national average. Zip code 51510 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Carter Lake.

Is Zip code 51510 a safe neighborhood in Carter Lake?

Zip code 51510 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Carter Lake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 115), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 23). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Carter Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51510?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51510 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 115 (15% 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 51510?

Zip code 51510 has a population of approximately 3,765. The median household income is $66,192. The median home value is $195,888. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51510 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51510's overall crime rate is 10% below the national average (index 90 vs 100). Within Carter Lake, 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.