50540 Zip Code, Fonda

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fonda

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 142 / 300 High
Violent Crime 134
34% above national avg
Property Crime 86
14% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
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Is 50540 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50540 in Fonda, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fonda.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 37). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 37 (63% below avg)

50540 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
135 +35% Moderate
Assault
134 +34% Moderate
Robbery
124 +24% Moderate
Rape
143 +43% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
130 +30% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
37 -63% Low
Vehicle Theft
91 -9% Average

50540 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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50540 Demographics & Context

Population
986
Median Income
$64,823
Home Value
$143,197
Median Age
49
Pop. Density
10/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 15.2%
Graduate Degree 4.6%

Housing

77%
23%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 94.1%
Black 0.6%
Hispanic 9.4%
Asian 0.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50540, Fonda?

Zip code 50540 in Fonda, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 142, which is 42% above the national average. Zip code 50540 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fonda.

Is Zip code 50540 a safe neighborhood in Fonda?

Zip code 50540 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fonda, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 143), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 37). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fonda.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50540?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50540 is Rape, with a crime index of 143 (43% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50540?

Zip code 50540 has a population of approximately 986. The median household income is $64,823. The median home value is $143,197. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50540 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50540's overall crime rate is 42% above the national average (index 142 vs 100). Within Fonda, 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.