50071 Zip Code, Dows

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Dows

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 149 / 300 High
Violent Crime 145
45% above national avg
Property Crime 100
0% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 50071 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50071 in Dows, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Dows.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 157, 57% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 157 (57% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 34 (66% below avg)

50071 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
136 +36% Moderate
Assault
153 +53% High
Robbery
135 +35% Moderate
Rape
157 +57% High
Property Crime
Burglary
150 +50% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
34 -66% Low
Vehicle Theft
116 +16% Moderate

50071 Crime Map

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50071 Demographics & Context

Population
840
Median Income
$66,166
Home Value
$111,113
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
8/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 16.5%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Housing

75%
25%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.8%
Black 0.4%
Hispanic 13.2%
Asian 0.1%
50071 Crime Map
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50071, Dows?

Zip code 50071 in Dows, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 149, which is 49% above the national average. Zip code 50071 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Dows.

Is Zip code 50071 a safe neighborhood in Dows?

Zip code 50071 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Dows, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 157), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 34). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Dows.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50071?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50071 is Rape, with a crime index of 157 (57% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50071?

Zip code 50071 has a population of approximately 840. The median household income is $66,166. The median home value is $111,113. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50071 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50071's overall crime rate is 49% above the national average (index 149 vs 100). Within Dows, 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.