50542 Zip Code, Goldfield

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Goldfield

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate
Low 129 / 300 High
Violent Crime 148
48% above national avg
Property Crime 94
6% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50542 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50542 in Goldfield, IA has a safety grade of A. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Goldfield.

Looking at specific crime types, rape is the most elevated concern (index: 169, 69% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Rape · Index 169 (69% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Larceny / Theft · Index 47 (53% below avg)

50542 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
133 +33% Moderate
Assault
132 +32% Moderate
Robbery
157 +57% High
Rape
169 +69% High
Property Crime
Burglary
121 +21% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
47 -53% Low
Vehicle Theft
114 +14% Moderate

50542 Crime Map

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50542 Demographics & Context

Population
813
Median Income
$74,845
Home Value
$107,552
Median Age
48
Pop. Density
12/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 13.5%
Graduate Degree 2.8%

Housing

76%
24%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 95%
Black 0.7%
Hispanic 3.3%
Asian 0.1%
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Goldfield Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50542, Goldfield?

Zip code 50542 in Goldfield, IA has a crime safety grade of A as of 2026. The overall crime index is 129, which is 29% above the national average. Zip code 50542 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Goldfield.

Is Zip code 50542 a safe neighborhood in Goldfield?

Zip code 50542 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Goldfield, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Rape (index: 169), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 47). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Goldfield.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50542?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50542 is Rape, with a crime index of 169 (69% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50542?

Zip code 50542 has a population of approximately 813. The median household income is $74,845. The median home value is $107,552. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50542 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50542's overall crime rate is 29% above the national average (index 129 vs 100). Within Goldfield, 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.