51018 Zip Code, Cushing

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Cushing

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 145 / 300 High
Violent Crime 154
54% above national avg
Property Crime 121
21% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51018 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51018 in Cushing, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Cushing.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 162, 62% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 162 (62% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 72 (28% below avg)

51018 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
148 +48% Moderate
Assault
148 +48% Moderate
Robbery
162 +62% High
Rape
159 +59% High
Property Crime
Burglary
158 +58% High
Larceny / Theft
72 -28% Low
Vehicle Theft
134 +34% Moderate

51018 Crime Map

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51018 Demographics & Context

Population
654
Median Income
$58,433
Home Value
$115,348
Median Age
45
Pop. Density
17/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.7%
Graduate Degree 4.8%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.7%
Black 0.3%
Hispanic 2.9%
Asian 0.3%
51018 Crime Map
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Cushing Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51018, Cushing?

Zip code 51018 in Cushing, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 145, which is 45% above the national average. Zip code 51018 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Cushing.

Is Zip code 51018 a safe neighborhood in Cushing?

Zip code 51018 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Cushing, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 162), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 72). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Cushing.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51018?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51018 is Robbery, with a crime index of 162 (62% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51018?

Zip code 51018 has a population of approximately 654. The median household income is $58,433. The median home value is $115,348. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51018 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51018's overall crime rate is 45% above the national average (index 145 vs 100). Within Cushing, 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.