50501 Zip Code, Fort Dodge

Crime Rate & Statistics

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Dodge

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 108 / 300 High

Violent Crime 103

3% above national avg

Property Crime 126

26% above national avg

City Ranking

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Is 50501 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50501 in Fort Dodge, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Fort Dodge.

Looking at specific crime types, larceny / theft is the most elevated concern (index: 135, 35% above average), while rape is the lowest risk (index: 96). Property crime is more prevalent than violent crime here, consistent with broader national patterns.

Highest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 135 (35% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Rape · Index 96 (4% below avg)

50501 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Fort Dodge	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	107	+7%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	105	+5%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	102	+2%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	96	-4%	N/A	Average
Property Crime
Burglary	113	+13%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	135	+35%	N/A	Moderate
Vehicle Theft	131	+31%	N/A	Moderate

50501 Crime Map

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50501 Demographics & Context

Population

27,207

Median Income

$59,892

Home Value

$136,502

Median Age

Pop. Density

179/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.9%

Graduate Degree 6.8%

Housing

67%

33%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 85.9%

Black 7.4%

Hispanic 6.1%

Asian 1.4%

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Fort Dodge Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50501, Fort Dodge?

Zip code 50501 in Fort Dodge, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 108, which is 8% above the national average. Zip code 50501 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Fort Dodge.

Is Zip code 50501 a safe neighborhood in Fort Dodge?

Zip code 50501 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Fort Dodge, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Larceny / Theft (index: 135), while Rape is the lowest risk (index: 96). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Fort Dodge.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50501?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50501 is Larceny / Theft, with a crime index of 135 (35% 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 50501?

Zip code 50501 has a population of approximately 27,207. The median household income is $59,892. The median home value is $136,502. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50501 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50501's overall crime rate is 8% above the national average (index 108 vs 100). Within Fort Dodge, 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.