51531 Zip Code, Elk Horn

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Elk Horn

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 131 / 300 High

Violent Crime 130

30% above national avg

Property Crime 78

22% below national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 51531 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51531 in Elk Horn, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Elk Horn.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 167, 67% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 167 (67% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 21 (79% below avg)

51531 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Elk Horn	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	127	+27%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	157	+57%	N/A	High
Robbery	69	-31%	N/A	Low
Rape	167	+67%	N/A	High
Property Crime
Burglary	94	-6%	N/A	Average
Larceny / Theft	21	-79%	N/A	Low
Vehicle Theft	120	+20%	N/A	Moderate

51531 Crime Map

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51531 Demographics & Context

Population

511

Median Income

$68,179

Home Value

$155,031

Median Age

Pop. Density

19/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15%

Graduate Degree 3.7%

Housing

79%

21%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.2%

Black 0%

Hispanic 3.4%

Asian 0.2%

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Elk Horn Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51531, Elk Horn?

Zip code 51531 in Elk Horn, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 131, which is 31% above the national average. Zip code 51531 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Elk Horn.

Is Zip code 51531 a safe neighborhood in Elk Horn?

Zip code 51531 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Elk Horn, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 167), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 21). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Elk Horn.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51531?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51531 is Rape, with a crime index of 167 (67% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51531?

Zip code 51531 has a population of approximately 511. The median household income is $68,179. The median home value is $155,031. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51531 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51531's overall crime rate is 31% above the national average (index 131 vs 100). Within Elk Horn, 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.