50428 Zip Code, Clear Lake

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clear Lake

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 148 / 300 High

Violent Crime 150

50% above national avg

Property Crime 131

31% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 50428 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50428 in Clear Lake, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clear Lake.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 109).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 163 (63% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 109 (9% above avg)

50428 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Clear Lake	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	155	+55%	N/A	High
Robbery	145	+45%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	163	+63%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	144	+44%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	141	+41%	N/A	Moderate

50428 Crime Map

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50428 Demographics & Context

Population

8,176

Median Income

$71,173

Home Value

$350,950

Median Age

Pop. Density

64/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 19%

Graduate Degree 7%

Housing

71%

29%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.7%

Black 0.9%

Hispanic 2.8%

Asian 2.2%

50428 Crime Map

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Clear Lake Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50428, Clear Lake?

Zip code 50428 in Clear Lake, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 148, which is 48% above the national average. Zip code 50428 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clear Lake.

Is Zip code 50428 a safe neighborhood in Clear Lake?

Zip code 50428 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clear Lake, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 163), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 109). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clear Lake.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50428?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50428 is Rape, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50428?

Zip code 50428 has a population of approximately 8,176. The median household income is $71,173. The median home value is $350,950. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50428 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50428's overall crime rate is 48% above the national average (index 148 vs 100). Within Clear 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.