50638 Zip Code, Grundy Center

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

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

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Grundy Center

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime Moderate

Low 115 / 300 High

Violent Crime 123

23% above national avg

Property Crime 105

5% above national avg

City Ranking

safer than other

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Is 50638 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 50638 in Grundy Center, IA has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Grundy Center.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 133, 33% above average), while larceny / theft is the lowest risk (index: 91).

Highest Risk

Assault · Index 133 (33% above avg)

Lowest Risk

Larceny / Theft · Index 91 (9% below avg)

50638 Crime Breakdown

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

Crime Type	Index	vs National	vs Grundy Center	Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder	123	+23%	N/A	Moderate
Assault	133	+33%	N/A	Moderate
Robbery	124	+24%	N/A	Moderate
Rape	112	+12%	N/A	Moderate
Property Crime
Burglary	119	+19%	N/A	Moderate
Larceny / Theft	91	-9%	N/A	Average
Vehicle Theft	104	+4%	N/A	Moderate

50638 Crime Map

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50638 Demographics & Context

Population

3,655

Median Income

$71,344

Home Value

$184,743

Median Age

Pop. Density

39/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 21%

Graduate Degree 5.9%

Housing

77%

23%

Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 97.9%

Black 0.4%

Hispanic 0.8%

Asian 0.5%

50638 Crime Map

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Grundy Center Crime Statistics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 50638, Grundy Center?

Zip code 50638 in Grundy Center, IA has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 115, which is 15% above the national average. Zip code 50638 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Grundy Center.

Is Zip code 50638 a safe neighborhood in Grundy Center?

Zip code 50638 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Grundy Center, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 133), while Larceny / Theft is the lowest risk (index: 91). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Grundy Center.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 50638?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 50638 is Assault, with a crime index of 133 (33% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 50638?

Zip code 50638 has a population of approximately 3,655. The median household income is $71,344. The median home value is $184,743. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 50638 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 50638's overall crime rate is 15% above the national average (index 115 vs 100). Within Grundy Center, 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.