51237 Zip Code, George

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in George

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 135 / 300 High
Violent Crime 124
24% above national avg
Property Crime 83
17% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
George zip codes

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Is 51237 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 51237 in George, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in George.

Looking at specific crime types, burglary is the most elevated concern (index: 145, 45% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Burglary · Index 145 (45% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 51 (49% below avg)

51237 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
106 +6% Moderate
Assault
137 +37% Moderate
Robbery
129 +29% Moderate
Rape
125 +25% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
145 +45% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
51 -49% Low
Vehicle Theft
54 -46% Low

51237 Crime Map

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51237 Demographics & Context

Population
1,688
Median Income
$64,218
Home Value
$165,645
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
18/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.5%
Graduate Degree 4.3%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97%
Black 0.2%
Hispanic 2.4%
Asian 0.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 51237, George?

Zip code 51237 in George, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 135, which is 35% above the national average. Zip code 51237 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in George.

Is Zip code 51237 a safe neighborhood in George?

Zip code 51237 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in George, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Burglary (index: 145), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 51). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in George.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 51237?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 51237 is Burglary, with a crime index of 145 (45% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 51237?

Zip code 51237 has a population of approximately 1,688. The median household income is $64,218. The median home value is $165,645. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 51237 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 51237's overall crime rate is 35% above the national average (index 135 vs 100). Within George, 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.