50538 Zip Code, Farnhamville

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Farnhamville

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 171 / 300 High
Violent Crime 163
63% above national avg
Property Crime 117
17% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50538 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50538 in Farnhamville, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Farnhamville.

Looking at specific crime types, murder is the most elevated concern (index: 174, 74% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Murder · Index 174 (74% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 73 (27% below avg)

50538 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
174 +74% High
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
171 +71% High
Rape
168 +68% High
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
73 -27% Low
Vehicle Theft
133 +33% Moderate

50538 Crime Map

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50538 Demographics & Context

Population
346
Median Income
$64,448
Home Value
$131,826
Median Age
50
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 22.4%
Graduate Degree 3.2%

Housing

72%
28%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 96.6%
Black 1%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.6%
50538 Crime Map
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Farnhamville Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50538, Farnhamville?

Zip code 50538 in Farnhamville, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 171, which is 71% above the national average. Zip code 50538 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Farnhamville.

Is Zip code 50538 a safe neighborhood in Farnhamville?

Zip code 50538 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Farnhamville, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Murder (index: 174), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 73). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Farnhamville.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50538?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50538 is Murder, with a crime index of 174 (74% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50538?

Zip code 50538 has a population of approximately 346. The median household income is $64,448. The median home value is $131,826. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50538 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50538's overall crime rate is 71% above the national average (index 171 vs 100). Within Farnhamville, 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.