50840 Zip Code, Clearfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Clearfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 128 / 300 High
Violent Crime 132
32% above national avg
Property Crime 103
3% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50840 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50840 in Clearfield, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Clearfield.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 60 (40% below avg)

50840 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
129 +29% Moderate
Robbery
127 +27% Moderate
Rape
137 +37% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
143 +43% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
60 -40% Low
Vehicle Theft
106 +6% Moderate

50840 Crime Map

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50840 Demographics & Context

Population
346
Median Income
$59,581
Home Value
$112,948
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 11.9%
Graduate Degree 3.3%

Housing

73%
27%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.2%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 6.5%
Asian 0.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50840, Clearfield?

Zip code 50840 in Clearfield, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 128, which is 28% above the national average. Zip code 50840 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Clearfield.

Is Zip code 50840 a safe neighborhood in Clearfield?

Zip code 50840 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Clearfield, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 60). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Clearfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50840?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50840 is Burglary, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50840?

Zip code 50840 has a population of approximately 346. The median household income is $59,581. The median home value is $112,948. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50840 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50840's overall crime rate is 28% above the national average (index 128 vs 100). Within Clearfield, 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.