50436 Zip Code, Forest City

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest City

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average

Low 100 / 300 High

Violent Crime 109

9% above national avg

Property Crime 122

22% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 50436 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50436 in Forest City, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Forest City.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 91).

Highest Risk

Rape · Index 133 (33% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Robbery · Index 91 (9% below avg)

50436 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Forest City	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	101	+1%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	109	+9%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Rape	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	108	+8%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate

50436 Crime Map

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50436 Demographics & Context

Population

5,124

Median Income

$65,963

Home Value

$170,376

Median Age

Pop. Density

40/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 18.7%

Graduate Degree 7.4%

Housing

70%

30%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 93.4%

Black 1.9%

Hispanic 4.1%

Asian 1.8%

50436 Crime Map

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Forest City Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50436, Forest City?

Zip code 50436 in Forest City, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 100, which is 0% below the national average. Zip code 50436 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Forest City.

Is Zip code 50436 a safe neighborhood in Forest City?

Zip code 50436 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Forest City, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Rape (index: 133), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 91). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Forest City.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50436?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50436 is Rape, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Overall, property crime is more prevalent than violent crime in this neighborhood, which is consistent with national trends.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50436?

Zip code 50436 has a population of approximately 5,124. The median household income is $65,963. The median home value is $170,376. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50436 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50436's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Forest City, 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.