50845 Zip Code, Diagonal

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Diagonal

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 120 / 300 High
Violent Crime 146
46% above national avg
Property Crime 124
24% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50845 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50845 in Diagonal, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Diagonal.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 171, 71% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 171 (71% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 104 (4% above avg)

50845 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
147 +47% Moderate
Assault
115 +15% Moderate
Robbery
171 +71% High
Rape
149 +49% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
141 +41% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
104 +4% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
127 +27% Moderate

50845 Crime Map

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50845 Demographics & Context

Population
683
Median Income
$69,686
Home Value
$165,000
Median Age
46
Pop. Density
6/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.5%
Graduate Degree 5.6%

Housing

74%
26%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95.7%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 4.7%
Asian 0.2%
50845 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50845, Diagonal?

Zip code 50845 in Diagonal, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 120, which is 20% above the national average. Zip code 50845 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Diagonal.

Is Zip code 50845 a safe neighborhood in Diagonal?

Zip code 50845 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Diagonal, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 171), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 104). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Diagonal.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50845?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50845 is Robbery, with a crime index of 171 (71% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50845?

Zip code 50845 has a population of approximately 683. The median household income is $69,686. The median home value is $165,000. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50845 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50845's overall crime rate is 20% above the national average (index 120 vs 100). Within Diagonal, 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.