50259 Zip Code, Gifford

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Gifford

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 102 / 300 High
Violent Crime 114
14% above national avg
Property Crime 33
67% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50259 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50259 in Gifford, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Gifford.

Looking at specific crime types, robbery is the most elevated concern (index: 143, 43% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Robbery · Index 143 (43% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 8 (92% below avg)

50259 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
100 0% Average
Assault
74 -26% Low
Robbery
143 +43% Moderate
Rape
140 +40% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
62 -38% Low
Larceny / Theft
29 -71% Low
Vehicle Theft
8 -92% Low

50259 Crime Map

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50259 Demographics & Context

Population
3
Median Income
$116,250
Home Value
$76,895
Median Age
52
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 23.7%
Graduate Degree 8.4%

Housing

87%
13%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98.7%
Black 0%
Hispanic 1.8%
Asian 0.2%
50259 Crime Map
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Gifford Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50259, Gifford?

Zip code 50259 in Gifford, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 102, which is 2% above the national average. Zip code 50259 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Gifford.

Is Zip code 50259 a safe neighborhood in Gifford?

Zip code 50259 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Gifford, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Robbery (index: 143), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 8). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Gifford.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50259?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50259 is Robbery, 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 50259?

Zip code 50259 has a population of approximately 3. The median household income is $116,250. The median home value is $76,895. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50259 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50259's overall crime rate is 2% above the national average (index 102 vs 100). Within Gifford, 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.