50112 Zip Code, Grinnell

Crime Rate & Statistics

A

Very safe zip code — well below-average crime rates

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Grinnell

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Average
Low 100 / 300 High
Violent Crime 110
10% above national avg
Property Crime 125
25% above national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
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Is 50112 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is very safe. Zip code 50112 in Grinnell, 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 Grinnell.

Looking at specific crime types, vehicle theft is the most elevated concern (index: 132, 32% above average), while robbery is the lowest risk (index: 97).

Highest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 132 (32% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Robbery · Index 97 (3% below avg)

50112 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
115 +15% Moderate
Assault
98 -2% Average
Robbery
97 -3% Average
Rape
128 +28% Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary
116 +16% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
127 +27% Moderate
Vehicle Theft
132 +32% Moderate

50112 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

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50112 Demographics & Context

Population
11,510
Median Income
$66,686
Home Value
$219,173
Median Age
40
Pop. Density
62/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 14.4%
Graduate Degree 10.4%

Housing

59%
41%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 89.5%
Black 2.6%
Hispanic 4%
Asian 4.1%
50112 Crime Map
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Grinnell Crime Statistics
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50112, Grinnell?

Zip code 50112 in Grinnell, 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 50112 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Grinnell.

Is Zip code 50112 a safe neighborhood in Grinnell?

Zip code 50112 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Grinnell, earning a crime grade of A. The highest concern is Vehicle Theft (index: 132), while Robbery is the lowest risk (index: 97). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Grinnell.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50112?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50112 is Vehicle Theft, with a crime index of 132 (32% 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 50112?

Zip code 50112 has a population of approximately 11,510. The median household income is $66,686. The median home value is $219,173. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50112 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50112's overall crime rate is 0% below the national average (index 100 vs 100). Within Grinnell, 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.