51442 Zip Code, Denison

Crime Rate & Statistics

A-

Safe zip code — below-average crime across most categories

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Denison

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 107 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 51442 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is safe. Zip code 51442 in Denison, IA has a safety grade of A-. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Denison.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while burglary is the lowest risk (index: 90).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Burglary · Index 90 (10% below avg)

51442 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
122 +22% Moderate
Assault
110 +10% Moderate
Robbery
95 -5% Average
Rape
130 +30% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
90 -10% Average
Larceny / Theft
138 +38% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
145 +45% Moderate

51442 Crime Map

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51442 Demographics & Context

Population
9,756
Median Income
$60,004
Home Value
$181,794
Median Age
35
Pop. Density
60/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 8.6%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

61%
39%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 68.7%
Black 3.3%
Hispanic 47.5%
Asian 1.6%
51442 Crime Map
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Denison Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51442, Denison?

Zip code 51442 in Denison, IA has a crime safety grade of A- as of 2026. The overall crime index is 107, which is 7% above the national average. Zip code 51442 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Denison.

Is Zip code 51442 a safe neighborhood in Denison?

Zip code 51442 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Denison, earning a crime grade of A-. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 145), while Burglary is the lowest risk (index: 90). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Denison.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51442?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51442 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51442?

Zip code 51442 has a population of approximately 9,756. The median household income is $60,004. The median home value is $181,794. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51442 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51442's overall crime rate is 7% above the national average (index 107 vs 100). Within Denison, 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.