50801 Zip Code, Creston

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Creston

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 121 / 300 High

Violent Crime 126

26% above national avg

Property Crime 121

21% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 50801 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50801 in Creston, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Creston.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 139, 39% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 101).

Highest Risk

Vehicle Theft · Index 139 (39% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Burglary · Index 101 (1% above avg)

50801 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Creston	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	111	+11%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	136	+36%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	101	+1%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	139	+39%	N/A	Moderate

50801 Crime Map

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50801 Demographics & Context

Population

9,366

Median Income

$56,293

Home Value

$128,136

Median Age

Pop. Density

43/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.5%

Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

68%

32%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.3%

Black 1.6%

Hispanic 2.6%

Asian 0.9%

50801 Crime Map

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Creston Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50801, Creston?

Zip code 50801 in Creston, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 121, which is 21% above the national average. Zip code 50801 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Creston.

Is Zip code 50801 a safe neighborhood in Creston?

Zip code 50801 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Creston, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 139), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 101). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Creston.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50801?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50801 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 139 (39% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50801?

Zip code 50801 has a population of approximately 9,366. The median household income is $56,293. The median home value is $128,136. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50801 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50801's overall crime rate is 21% above the national average (index 121 vs 100). Within Creston, 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.