51439 Zip Code, Charter Oak

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Charter Oak

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 160 / 300 High
Violent Crime 159
59% above national avg
Property Crime 137
37% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51439 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 51439 in Charter Oak, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Charter Oak.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 170, 70% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 107). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 170 (70% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 107 (7% above avg)

51439 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
158 +58% High
Assault
152 +52% High
Robbery
170 +70% High
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
165 +65% High
Larceny / Theft
107 +7% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
138 +38% Moderate

51439 Crime Map

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51439 Demographics & Context

Population
910
Median Income
$68,858
Home Value
$146,621
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
11/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.6%
Graduate Degree 3%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.1%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 7.4%
Asian 1.1%
51439 Crime Map
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Charter Oak Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51439, Charter Oak?

Zip code 51439 in Charter Oak, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 160, which is 60% above the national average. Zip code 51439 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Charter Oak.

Is Zip code 51439 a safe neighborhood in Charter Oak?

Zip code 51439 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Charter Oak, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 170), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 107). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Charter Oak.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51439?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51439 is Robbery, 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 51439?

Zip code 51439 has a population of approximately 910. The median household income is $68,858. The median home value is $146,621. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51439 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51439's overall crime rate is 60% above the national average (index 160 vs 100). Within Charter Oak, 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.